When first launching FSB Funding Platform back in 2018, the aim was to help businesses thrive through better access to finance. And with on average 6.4 funding providers per request 1 connected, the intelligent matching technology is certainly delivering choice to members. But business finance is not just about going online and comparing quotes. It is also about business confidence:

Running your own business isn’t easy, and many business owners get caught in the trap of working ‘in’ the business rather than ‘on’ the business. It may feel natural to put hours of work into your business, but getting caught in the endless day-to-day can prevent the chance for growth. It’s important to recognise when you’ve become overloaded. So how

Business finance covers a lot. With more products entering the market every day, it can be hard to find the one that suits you. And with such variety in how the offers are structured – it can be even harder to tell how much it really costs. It’s no longer enough to look at the headline rate. That never tells the full story when it comes to fees. You need to dig deeper to make sure you’re not blindsided by additional charges or conditions.

You’ve started your own business and you’re doing well. It’s a huge achievement – and a dream for many people.So how do you keep growing without damaging your hard work? How can you expand without taking on too much debt and leaving yourself exposed if everything doesn’t go to plan?

Cash flow problems can cripple a small business. 2018 BACS Payment Scheme research found that almost half of UK SMEs are being paid late, at an average delay of 72 days. That represents £26bn owed to businesses who need it to stay afloat.