The British Business Bank (BBB) will provide a further 100m support package for small businesses and workers affected by the collapse of Carillion. more»

A 13-week cash flow forecast is one of the best tools you can use to spot potential financial problems in your business. All you need is a basic knowledge of using spreadsheets. more»

it's natural for your cash flow to fluctuate throughout the year. We all have busy times and quieter periods, but if were not careful, these quiet times can put such a strain on cash flow that it can take months to recover. more»

Businesses in over 100 local UK communities that don't have an ATM would be hit hardest by proposals that could lead to mass closures of free-to-use cash machines across Britain. more»

When you write off an unpaid invoice, you can't write off a corresponding amount of outgoings. You have already invested time, effort and resources to complete this work and you still have all your staff, suppliers and overheads to pay. more»

In light of the recent Carillion insolvency, many suppliers may be wondering what to do if a major customer is liquidated. Here are some key considerations that can help to reduce the impact on your business. more»

If you are the shareholder of a business then asking what dividends are is something you're going to want to do to maximise your return on investment. more»

For the second instalment of a new series tackling cash flow for small business owners, Grid Law founder David Walker looks at how a credit control system can be made more effective. more»

In new series for Business Advice, David Walker offers practical help on strengthening your company's cash flow, starting with an assessment of Britain's late payment problem. more»

The ability to guarantee a date when payment is received by a customer would be the most effective solution to cash flow worries for owners of small UK companies, according to new survey findings. more»