Last year proved good for investing despite the uncertainties of the pandemic. UK government figures show that tech start-ups and scaleups received a record-breaking £29.4bn in funding during 2021, up from £11.5bn in 2020. However, increased funding does not mean that the initial “match-making” step of pairing start-ups with the right investors has become any easier. more»
No one ever said that being a business owner was easy, and managing your cash flow is one of the biggest challenges you will face. Unfortunately, many businesses fail because […] more»
If you think recent viral pandemics and creeping global inflation have affected capital and forex markets, get ready for more volatility. However, keep in mind that volatility can be an excellent thing for many individuals who invest and trade part-time or full-time from home. more»
A bridging loan is a short-term loan typically taken out over 2 weeks to 3 years that can be used to cover a financial shortfall until a longer-term loan can […] more»
The forex market is a highly volatile space, which sees an estimated $6.6 trillion traded globally every day. Interestingly, there are numerous ways in which you can realise a profit in this market, depending on your risk profile, understanding of forex, and expectations in terms of a monthly yield. If you have a healthy appetite risk and want to pursue short-term gains, scalping may well be your preferred strategy. Here’s a breakdown of forex scalping and the key considerations. more»
How much dividend can I pay myself? This is a commonly asked question among business owners. In the UK, you can pay yourself a dividend from the company you own. […] more»
We all have a relationship with money, usually shaped from our childhood. Whether our parents were good with money, understood the financial world or whether we grew up in an environment where money was tight, we are exposed to other people’s ideas of money and our own worth from a young age. more»
With global inflation rates currently soaring, this leaves many business owners concerned about how the rise in global inflation will impact their business. This leads many people to ask the […] more»
As a small business owner, there will always come a time when you need a business loan, whether it’s for scaling up your equipment, a buffer stockpile or a down […] more»
Bridging finance helps borrowers to effectively “bridge” the gap between the purchase of one property and the sale of another. more»
