Getting Finance Articles
Expert articles and practical legal guides on getting finance for uk businesses.
Invoice Discounting: UK Funding, Contracts And Legal Risks
Cash flow is one of those business problems that can sneak up on you - especially if you’re doing well. You might have a strong order book and reliable customers, but if...
13 January 2026
UK Business Plan Template: Key Inclusions And Legal Considerations
When you’re starting (or growing) a small business, it’s easy to think a business plan is just for investors, banks, or “serious” startups. But in practice, a solid business plan is also...
13 January 2026
Angel Investors: What They Look For And Startup Legal Documents
Raising money from angel investors can be one of the fastest ways to turn a promising startup into a real, scalable business. But here’s the catch: most angel investors aren’t just backing...
12 January 2026
What Is Venture Capital Funding? UK Startup Investment Guide
If you’re building a startup with big growth ambitions, you’ve probably heard founders talk about “raising VC” like it’s a rite of passage. But when you’re the one actually doing it, venture...
12 January 2026
Crowdcube Fundraising for UK Startups: Key Legal Checks Before Launching
If you’re building a startup, fundraising can feel like the moment everything “gets real”. Equity crowdfunding (including campaigns run through Crowdcube) can be a powerful way to raise capital, validate your idea,...
12 January 2026
UK Startup Crowdfunding: Legal Compliance And Investor Terms
Crowdfunding can be a brilliant way to raise money, validate your idea, and build a loyal customer base before you’ve even fully launched. But for UK startups, crowdfunding isn’t just a marketing...
10 January 2026Director Loan Repayment In The UK: What You Need To Know
Director’s loans are common in small companies. Cash can ebb and flow, and it’s not unusual for a director to cover a bill personally or, conversely, draw funds out of the company...
10 January 2026
Unlimited Company vs Limited Company: Which Suits Your UK Business?
Choosing the right business structure is one of those early decisions that can have a big impact on your risk profile, credibility and growth options. If you’ve heard about “unlimited companies” and...
10 January 2026
How To Value A Company Based On Profit
If you’re buying, selling or raising capital for a small business in the UK, one of the first questions you’ll face is simple on the surface: what is the business worth? For...
10 January 2026
UK Future Fund: Conversions, Funding Rounds and Exits
If your company took investment under the UK Future Fund during the pandemic, you’re not alone - thousands of high-growth startups relied on that matched funding to stay alive and keep building....
9 January 2026
What Is a Private Company Limited by Shares in the UK?
A private company limited by shares is the structure many UK startups and SMEs use. This guide explains what it means, why businesses choose it and what to set up properly from the start.
8 January 2026
Private Limited Company vs Limited Company: UK Differences
If you’re researching company structures in the UK, you’ve probably run into the phrases “private limited company” and “limited company” used interchangeably. That can be confusing when you’re trying to choose the...
8 January 2026
Tri-Party Agreements: What They Are And How They Work
Working with partners, funders, and suppliers is part of growing a business. Sometimes, though, a standard two-party contract isn’t enough to keep everyone aligned and protected. That’s where a tri-party (or “tripartite”)...
8 January 2026
Corporations Act Australia: UK Guide To Expanding or Operating
Thinking about entering the Australian market or setting up operations there from your UK base? Great opportunity - Australia is a stable, English-speaking, common law jurisdiction with a strong economy and appetite...
8 January 2026
How Much Do Company Directors Make in the UK?
“How much should we pay our directors?” is a question almost every growing small business faces. Get it right, and you’ll attract and retain the leadership you need while staying compliant and...
8 January 2026Equity Bridge Financing In The UK Explained
Cash timing can make or break a deal. If you’re lining up an acquisition, scaling rapidly, or closing a round but the money won’t land for a few weeks or months, equity...
7 January 2026
How to Do a Share Subdivision (Share Split) in the UK
Thinking about splitting your company’s shares to create a more workable cap table, issue options more easily or prepare for your next funding round? A share subdivision (often called a “share split”)...
7 January 2026
Share Premium Formula Explained
If you’re raising investment or issuing new shares, you’ll quickly come across the term “share premium.” It’s a straightforward concept, but it has important legal and accounting consequences under UK law. In...
6 January 2026
Tag Along And Drag Along Rights In The UK
If you’re bringing investors on board or splitting equity between co-founders, you’ll quickly hear about “tag along” and “drag along” rights. They sound technical, but they’re simply tools that make future share...
6 January 2026
Short-Term Business Finance: Methods and Options
Cash flow crunches happen - even in healthy, growing businesses. A big customer pays late, a seasonal dip hits, a supplier wants payment upfront, or you need stock fast to seize an...
6 January 2026
Business Purchases: Legal Essentials In The UK
Making smart business purchases can supercharge your growth - whether you’re acquiring a competitor, buying key assets, or taking over a trading name that already has customers and systems in place. But...
5 January 2026
Secured Notes: How To Raise Debt With Security
Looking to raise capital without giving away equity, but still want to give investors comfort? Secured notes might be the right fit. They’re a flexible way to borrow money while granting security...
5 January 2026
What Are My Shares Worth? How To Value Your Shares
If you run a private company in the UK, you’ll eventually face the question: what are my shares worth? Whether you’re raising capital, issuing employee options, buying back leavers’ shares or planning...
5 January 2026
Power Of Attorney For Business In The UK
If you need someone to sign contracts, manage bank dealings, or handle day-to-day decisions when you’re unavailable, a power of attorney for business can be a smart, low-friction solution. Used well, it...
5 January 2026
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