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Growing businesses are vital to the UK economy. Find out more about the common issues these scaleups face and how they use funding to finance their growth.

This article explains how to go from planning your growth strategy to pitching to investors. Everything you need to know about growing your business.

A business credit score is similar to a personal one – banks, lenders and investors use it to make lending decisions. Learn more about them.

In this article, read about the ways in which investors exit a business, timescales for exiting, and how to plan an exit strategy for your business.

Selling a stake in a self-built company can be stressful. Learn how to navigate the emotional challenges when you dilute control of your business.

Corporate Venture Capital helps businesses get funding from large corporates, in return for shares in the business. As well as finance, a business may gain access to the network, expertise and contacts of the corporate group.

Now the UK has left the EU Customs Union and Single Market, businesses must adapt to the new rules.

How much equity should you prepare to offer to get that first investor? Do you ask for too little or too much? We chat to financial experts to find out.

Do I need an independent adviser before looking for finance?

Do you want an investor for your business? Read valuable guidance from UK investors on how to seek investment.

Find out more about Start Up Loans and how they can help your business. Our guide explains what they are, who they suit, and how to apply.

Looking for government loans for your business? We've looked at some of the different loans, programmes and guarantee schemes available in the UK.

Are you ready for Invoice Finance? Our checklist helps you understand whether Invoice Finance is suitable for your business.

Are you ready for Leasing or Hire Purchase? Our checklist helps you understand whether Leasing or HP is suitable for your business.

Learn how to scale your business with a checklist by ELITE – the London Stock Exchange's capital raising programme. Complete it now.

Read how Angels and VCs could help your business grow. Learn how different forms of investment could help your business. View our guide now.

ELITE is a capital raising programme from London Stock Exchange Group. It helps businesses access capital through education, support & mentoring.

This article outlines what it takes to get Private Equity investment.