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Private Equity checklist
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Private Equity checklist Private Equity Funds offer money and advice, in exchange for large stakes in mature businesses. This type of external finance is suitable for founders and early investors looking for an exit. This checklist can help you navigate some of the common pitfalls of Private […]
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7 ways to prove value to investors
7 ways to prove value to investors What are Angel Investors are looking for in small businesses when investing? When investors put money into your business, they’re looking for a financial return on their investment. Understandably it can be tempting for businesses to focus just on the money. And […]
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How equity finance can transform your business
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How equity finance can transform your business 2017 was a record year for equity investment, as a staggering £8.27bn was invested in UK companies . That figure proves that British entrepreneurs are creating businesses that investors want to back. It also shows that there's a lot of capital […]
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Everything you need to know about external finance
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Everything you need to know about external finance The good news for entrepreneurs is that there is a wealth of finance options out there to help grow a business. We tackle your burning questions, so you can make an informed decision about your funding future. Q: What's the difference between […]
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5 benefits of equity finance for growing businesses
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5 benefits of equity finance for growing businesses The number of UK equity investment deals is steadily rising each year, according to Beauhurst, a searchable database of the UK’s fastest-growing startups and scale-ups. In total, 2017 equity investment deals were up on 2016, with the amount of […]
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What is an Initial public offering (IPO)?
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What is an Initial public offering (IPO)? What is an IPO? An IPO (initial public offering) is the first time a business raises finance publicly. Before that, it can only use private investment. Going public allows your business to raise large sums of money from new investors. Because there are lots […]
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Angel Investment checklist
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Angel Investment checklist What are Angel Investors are looking for in small businesses when investing? Angel Investors look for early-stage businesses, who have the potential to grow quickly and provide a high return to investors. This checklist can help you navigate some of the common pitfalls, […]
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Direct lending funds
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Direct lending funds Debt products for businesses, repaid with interest, along with any agreed fees and charges, over a set period. What is a direct lending fund? A direct lending fund is essentially a professionally managed fund in which a number of investors combine their capital. The fund is […]
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Peer-to-peer lending
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Peer-to-peer lending Peer-to-peer lending offers an alternative form of business finance which allows individuals or businesses to lend directly to other people or businesses, bypassing traditional banks. This lending model functions on a 'many to many' basis through online intermediaries, known as […]
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What are Leasing and Hire purchase?
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What are Leasing and Hire purchase? Leasing and Hire purchase are two related, but different types of finance that allow businesses to buy equipment, machinery, and vehicles they might otherwise be unable to afford. In this article we’ll explain what leasing and hire purchase are, the difference […]