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.
Business, Property
Developing property during times of crisis
Property Development can be complicated at the best of times. Property Development during times of crisis can be a whole other story. As the UK continues to ease out of lockdown, the government is seeking to revive the property market. Builders can work on construction sites, estate agents can open, viewings can be carried out...
With over 300 banks and 45 additional building societies in the UK, how can you know which lender is the right one for you and your business? How can you even know that they will be willing to finance your business during uncertain times? A lender wants to be as certain as possible that they...
Why now might be a good a time as ever to expand your business
Coronavirus, lockdown, failing economy – you name it, we’ve all heard it. With the market and economy uncertain and many businesses suffering, why might now actually be the right time to expand your business? Rather than wait for the perfect time, which cannot be predicted, invest in expansion now. The value of various things has...
As part of the government’s easing of lockdown restrictions, plans to revive Britain’s property market have been set out. Estate agents have been allowed to reopen, property viewings to be carried out again, and removal firms and conveyancers to restart operations. Construction is also allowed to continue providing social distancing is applied where possible. Estate...
Expanding a business can be an expensive yet lucrative move. The costs of expanding your business can eventually be offset with the increased business brought in by the expansion. However, where some businesses have the potential for growth, they may not have the cash to easily expand. At ASC, we know which lenders to talk...
How to maximise your chances of receiving finance - 3 tips for the best applications
So, you need additional financing for your business? With lenders receiving 1000s of applications a year, it is crucial that to be receive the highest level of consideration, your application stands out. Indeed, the quality of applications that lenders receive from different brokers is not always the finest and that impacts how they view any...
Using a broker can increase your chances of CBILS success by 33%!
The Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan Scheme is in high demand. According to news stories, as of mid-April over 300,000 firms had made enquiries about accessing funds through the scheme. But only 6,020 had been drawn down. Whilst the coverage has been somewhat critical of the scheme, small business owners must be wondering how they maximise...
Commercial property auctions head online in response to COVID-19
Some areas of the commercial property market are feeling the strain due to the effects of the coronavirus. However, despite some lenders being more cautious and increased difficulty in undertaking valuations, there are some aspects of the market that continue to prosper. One such example is commercial property auctions. Auctioneers, which had already run a...
We can tell you all the reasons why business people like you choose to use ASC to assist with raising business finance. We can point you to examples of the loans we have successfully raised over the last 50 years, and we can highlight the refreshingly personal service you will receive. But ultimately, why should...
Raising business funding today - More than just CBILS
The Government’s Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan Scheme (CBILS) has received plenty of press in recent weeks. It has provided an opportunity for some business to receive finance which they might not otherwise have been able to access. The scheme has also come into some criticism (which we won’t get into here). But there are other...
