No “credit crunch” for SMEs despite growing Brexit uncertainty
By Ayan Mitra
Big banks and pension funds are starting to lend to SMEs for the first time in years. Ayan Mitra, CEO of CODE Investing, explains why.
Tag: Growth Capital
Businesses that get growth capital lenders excited
By Staff writer
Growth capital loans are an alternative source of funding for fast-growing small and medium-sized businesses. It is capital that can help companies grow but which does not require to give up control of the company or dilute its equity.
The best of both worlds Financing a 30m venture capital firm with crowdfunding
Banks are often considered part of the problem for businesses that are struggling to secure money. As such, alternative finance methods – such as crowdfunding – have become a blessing, while venture capital is still a popular way to secure investment. But entrepreneur Mark Pearson has something else in mind – financing a VC firm with the crowd.
New pension rules mean pots could be spent on being an entrepreneur, not just holidays
By David Craik
Over half of Brits heading towards retirement regret their lifetime career choices, according to a report by travel agency Planet Cruise.