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Learn how to read you company balance sheet – from assets and liabilities to equity to why it's important to balance your company balance sheet.

Understanding business financing and loan terms is crucial when exploring funding options – here's an A to Z of commercial finance terms.

Learn about your options for handling equity and shares in your start-up business – from types of shares to equity implications.

Self-employed and looking to finance your start-up? Explore our guide to loans for the self-employed and how you can choose the best loan for you.

Learn what a Personal Survival Budget is and how completing one can help you finance your new business with a Start Up Loan.

Liquidity is an important financial issue to understand if you want to grow your small business successfully. Read our guide to effective liquidity planning.

Are you facing obstacles that are preventing your start-up from growing? Read our guide to overcoming the common challenges faced by new business owners.

Want to know how to apply for a start-up loan for your new business? Visit the Start Up Loans website for all the information you need.

Redundancy could be the break you’ve been looking for and the chance to start your own business. Learn how to plan your finances for entrepreneurship.

Financial planning and ensuring you have sufficient funds are crucial for success in self-employment. This guide outlines strategies for doing it.

Discover how payments on account can help new business owners complete their Self Assessment tax returns.

Find out how you can claim up to £5,000 off your National Insurance contributions by registering for Employment Allowance.

Read our guide on which business finance products can help you improve your business, no matter what business challenge you're up against.

Looking to grow your start-up? Learn about business growth strategies and ideas for scaling your new business.

Looking to secure funding for your start-up? You'll need to supply these documents when starting the application process.

Discover how your start-up can successfully onboard recruits and help them thrive in their new job.

In this guide, we outline what high interest rates mean for start-ups and what founders can do to help protect their businesses.

Discover what labour costs are, how you can calculate them and why this is process is crucial for any start-up business.