Raising finance

Raising finance for businesses following the credit crunch and the recession is challenging to say the least. If you are thinking of expanding your business, or starting a new one, you will need to raise finance. more >

Are you looking to start a business, or in need of capital to expand? We discuss here a number of options other than bank funding. more >

Your company pays corporation tax on its profits, but you are only taxed personally on what you draw out of the company as a salary, bonus, or by other means. The dividends you receive from your company are effectively tax-free in your hands, if your total income for the tax year is less than about £37,000. more >

Using credit and debit cards for your business saves the inconvenience of a chequebook and the risk of cash. more >