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A collection of our thoughts, opinions, (and sometimes general musings) on everything to do with all aspects of business finance, commercial finance, small businesses, and general news about ASC Finance for Business.

  • Finance, Loans

    How to prepare your business for securing commercial finance

    Whether you’re seeking commercial finance to help with cash flow, fund expansion plans, or refinance existing loans, good preparation will maximise your chance of success. Lenders will scrutinise your business before deciding whether to lend, so you want to present it in the best possible light. Here are our five tips to help you prepare...

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  • Business, Finance

    Business Finance Week 2024

    Business Finance Week 2024 launches next week. This free 10-day event, hosted by the British Business Bank and several UK partners, aims to help smaller businesses learn about the different finance options. We work with many smaller businesses, helping them secure finance, so we know the challenges they face all too well. We champion events...

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  • Finance, Property

    Securing property finance against the odds

    We do property finance all day, every day. So, when the circumstances aren’t ideal, we know how to get the deal done. From refinancing to arranging mortgages for investment or business growth purposes, we manage the full spectrum of property finance transactions. To give you a flavour of our expertise and demonstrate the value of...

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  • Finance

    Benefits of development exit finance

    Development exit finance is a short-term loan that provides funding against a residential development project that’s complete or nearing completion. You can read about the practicalities of development exit finance here. In this article, we’ll focus on the benefits of using this type of finance. Benefits of development exit finance 1. Repay the original development...

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  • Finance, Loans, Property

    When to refinance a commercial property

    Refinancing a commercial property means taking out a new mortgage to replace the existing one. Refinancing could bring a number of benefits to your business if done at the right time. Refinancing could be beneficial to your business in the following scenarios: Lower interest rates: Interest rates regularly fluctuate. If rates have fallen since taking...

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  • Business

    How to spot a good investment when buying a business

    Finding the perfect investment isn’t easy. If you’re looking at buying a business, the search to find one that matches all your criteria can sometimes be a long one. Whether it’s the asking price, location, the industry you’re looking to enter, or another factor entirely – there are a lot of businesses out there that...

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  • ASC News

    Recent deal completions for ASC Finance

    It’s been a busy time across the ASC network. Here’s a selection of some of our recent deal completions to give you a flavour of the success we achieve for our clients. On behalf of clients, we have secured: Refinance £450,000 commercial mortgage for a Dorset holiday park following partnership dissolution. £340,000 via an agricultural...

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  • Loans

    Peer-to-peer lending guide

    Peer-to-peer (P2P) lending is a fast-growing type of finance in the UK. Here’s a handy guide if you’re wondering about using P2P to finance your business. What is P2P lending? P2P lending is a form of financing that allows investors to lend money to businesses needing funds. This process occurs through online platforms that match...

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  • Finance, Property

    Pros and cons of refinancing a commercial property

    Refinancing a commercial property involves replacing your existing mortgage with a new loan. It may involve switching lenders or negotiating a new deal with your current one. Refinancing a commercial property may be appropriate for several reasons. Perhaps your current commercial mortgage is ending, or you’d like to release equity to help with cash flow....

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  • Finance, Property

    Buying commercial property through a pension fund

    Buying commercial property through a pension fund can be highly tax-efficient, so here’s what you need to know. Type of pension vehicle You can buy property through two types of pension schemes: A Self-Invested Personal Pension (SIPP) A Small Self-Administered Scheme (SSAS) Type of commercial property Any property you buy in your SIPP or SSAS...

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