Getting Finance Articles
Expert articles and practical legal guides on getting finance for uk businesses.
What Are Shares in a Business? A UK Guide to Sharing Shares
Shares in a business affect ownership, control, dividends and exits. This guide explains how sharing shares works in a UK company and what founders should check before they issue or transfer equity.
2 November 2025
Share Schemes In The UK: How To Design, Tax And Run Them
Hiring (and keeping) great people is tough, especially when you’re competing with bigger companies on salary. That’s where share schemes can make a real difference. By offering employees a stake in your...
2 November 2025
Simple Agreement for Future Equity (SAFE) in the UK
If you’re raising your first round and want something faster and lighter than a full equity round, a Simple Agreement for Future Equity (SAFE) can look very appealing. It’s designed to be...
1 November 2025
How To Buy An Existing Business In The UK
Thinking about buying an existing business in the UK? It’s a smart way to hit the ground running - you get customers, systems and revenue from day one. But the flip side...
1 November 2025
What Is A Company Constitution In The UK?
Setting up a limited company? One of the most important building blocks is your company’s constitution. It quietly governs who makes decisions, how shares are issued or transferred, and what happens when...
1 November 2025
What Is a Holding Company in the UK?
Thinking about setting up a holding company but not sure where to start? You’re not alone. Many growing UK businesses consider a “holdco” to protect assets, organise group operations, or get investor-ready...
1 November 2025
How Do Directors’ Loans Work In The UK?
Running a small company often means juggling cash flow. Maybe you need to cover a short-term bill before a big invoice lands, or you want to draw funds from the company before...
1 November 2025
Why Corporate Governance Matters In The UK
If you’re building or growing a small business, corporate governance might sound like something only big listed companies worry about. But here’s the truth: strong governance is simply the system for how...
31 October 2025
EIS Application: How To Apply And Secure Investment In The UK
Raising investment is exciting - but for many UK startups and small companies, the real unlock is being “EIS eligible”. If you can offer investors Enterprise Investment Scheme (EIS) tax relief, it...
31 October 2025
How To Serve a Statutory Demand in the UK
If a customer won’t pay and the debt is clearly due, a statutory demand can be a powerful tool to get things moving. It’s quick, relatively low-cost, and puts the debtor on...
31 October 2025
Private Companies in the UK: Legal Essentials
Thinking about setting up as a private company (Ltd) in the UK? You’re not alone - most UK startups and small businesses choose the limited company route for credibility, flexibility and that...
31 October 2025
What Does SEIS Mean?
If you’re planning your first external raise, you’ve probably heard investors ask “Is this SEIS‑eligible?” But what does SEIS actually mean for your business, and how do you use it properly? Good...
30 October 2025
What Does Due Diligence Mean in Business?
“Due diligence” gets thrown around a lot in business – especially when people talk about buying a company, taking on a big supplier, or bringing in an investor. But what does due...
30 October 2025
How Much Does A Patent Cost In The UK?
If you’ve created something genuinely new and useful, a patent can be a powerful moat around your competitive edge. But how much does a patent cost in the UK, really? In this...
30 October 2025
How To Value Your Small Business
If you’re thinking about selling your company, bringing in an investor, or just planning for growth, knowing how to value a small business is essential. Valuation gives you a grounded view of...
30 October 2025
What Is A Public Limited Company (PLC)?
Thinking about scaling your company and wondering whether going “public” could be the right move? Understanding exactly what a UK Public Limited Company (PLC) is - and whether it suits your growth...
30 October 2025
M&A Lawyer: Buying Or Selling A Company In The UK
Thinking about buying a business, selling your company, or merging with a competitor? That’s exciting - and a little daunting. Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) can unlock growth, succession and exit opportunities for...
29 October 2025
Limited Company for Property: Should You Hold and Let Property?
Thinking about using a limited company for property investment or management? You’re not alone. Many UK business owners use a “property limited company” (sometimes called a special purpose vehicle or SPV) to...
29 October 2025
Short-Term Finance: Examples, When to Use It, and Legal Essentials
Cash flow can be bumpy, even in a healthy business. A big order lands, but the supplier wants payment up front; a key client pays 30 days late; seasonal dips throw your...
29 October 2025
Benefits Of A Holding Company In The UK
Thinking about setting up a holding company and wondering if it’s worth the effort? You’re not alone. Many founders and growing SMEs in the UK look at a holding company structure once...
29 October 2025
Legal Aspects of Commercial Development Finance in the UK
Securing commercial development finance can unlock big opportunities - whether you’re converting a warehouse, building a mixed‑use scheme or refurbishing a tired retail parade. But lenders funding commercial property development will expect...
28 October 2025
Business Solicitors in the UK: What They Do and How to Choose
Running a small business is exciting - but the legal side can feel like a maze. That’s where solicitors for business step in. The right legal partner helps you set up properly,...
28 October 2025
Long-Term Finance: Options, Legal Steps and Tips in the UK
If you’re planning to scale your business, invest in equipment, open a second site or smooth out cashflow over multiple years, you’ll be looking at long term finance. The right funding can...
28 October 2025
What Is Sweat Equity In The UK?
Bringing the right people into your venture is often the difference between a great idea and a great business. If you’re short on cash but big on ambition, you might be considering...
28 October 2025
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