Whether you’re considering buying your first buy-to-let, expanding your property portfolio, or embarking on a property development, the right finance is crucial to making your investment a success. However, property investment finance isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution. The right type of funding will depend on your circumstances, the kind of property, and your long-term strategy. In this blog, we’ll outline the main options for financing an...
Read moreCash flow is the lifeblood of every business. Healthy sales and strong profits on paper aren’t enough if the cash isn’t coming in quickly enough to cover your day-to-day expenses. Salaries, rent, supplier payments, and tax bills are an ongoing strain on cash flow. That’s why cash flow management is one of the most important...
Read moreAt ASC Finance for Business, we specialise in making business finance work. Every client comes to us with a unique challenge, and it’s our job to find the funding solution to help them move forward, even if the odds are stacked against them. Here are just a few recent examples of how we have assisted...
Read moreIf you own a business and need finance to secure premises, you might wonder if it’s possible to secure finance without a trading history. The short answer is yes, but it’s not always straightforward. Lenders value certainty. Commercial mortgage lenders seek reassurance that a business can repay the loan, making your trading history crucial. Your...
Read moreAI is transforming all aspects of life, and commercial finance is no exception. Traditionally, applying for a business loan has been a complicated process involving filling out forms, underwriters scrutinising every detail, and long waits. However, all of that is changing with the development of AI. From accelerating decisions to transforming the risk assessment process,...
Read moreApplying for development finance is often a detailed and structured process, which can seem overwhelming if you’ve not been through it before. If you’re new to the process, here’s a step-by-step guide to help you understand how it works. Step 1: Preparation Before approaching any lenders, you’ll need to compile all the necessary information and...
Read moreNavigating the world of business finance can be challenging for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), especially with so many lenders and funding facilities on the market. From understanding eligibility criteria to securing the best terms, the process is often time-consuming and complex, yet help is at hand. A commercial finance broker is an expert guide...
Read moreWhether you’re embarking on your first development project or you’re a seasoned developer, you’ll probably require development finance to get your scheme off the ground. Understanding how lenders decide on development finance applications helps determine your project’s feasibility. Like all types of finance, lenders assess the risk versus reward when deciding whether and how much...
Read moreSecuring commercial finance is often essential for business growth, but not all applications are successful. When deciding whether to lend, banks assess several factors to determine the risk level and the business’s ability to repay the loan. Any red flags can lead to rejection. Understanding the barriers to finance can help you improve your chances...
Read moreThe National Association of Commercial Finance Brokers (NACFB) annual impact report reveals that, on average, lenders attribute 67% of their SME portfolios to intermediaries. In 2024, NACFB members facilitated £26.5 billion of the UK’s £38 billion broker-led SME lending market. Commercial finance brokers have strong relationships with lenders and know how to present a finance...
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