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    When is cash flow lending the right option for your business?

    When it comes to business finance, many options are available, and no single solution fits all. If your business needs extra cash to cover the day-to-day running, cash flow lending could be a potential option. What is cash flow lending? Cash flow lending is a type of unsecured loan. It allows businesses to borrow money...

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    How brokers can help SMEs navigate the lending landscape

    Navigating 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...

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    Development finance: What do lenders look for?

    Whether 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...

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    Why might your commercial finance application get rejected? 

    Securing 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...

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  • Finance

    Commercial lenders rely on brokers for nearly two-thirds of SME finance transactions

    The 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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  • ASC News, Finance

    Why it pays to use a finance broker: Complicated deal success

    Anyone can apply for a commercial loan without the help of a finance broker. So, why bother engaging one? A finance broker will leverage their expertise, industry connections, and negotiation skills to secure you the most competitive finance solution. Using a broker will save you time, money, and stress. Yet, more crucially, when obstacles arise,...

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  • ASC News, Finance

    Making property finance simple: Recent ASC success stories

    Property finance can be complex, but with our know-how and expertise, we make even the more complicated deals happen. Here’s a round-up of recent property finance completions from across the ASC network to prove our point: £360,000 to purchase semi-commercial premises for a property developer’s office The property had split titles that needed to be...

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  • Finance

    A guide to development finance costs

    Development finance is a specialised loan used to fund the construction or refurbishment of properties. Unlike other property mortgages, development financing is typically short-term, usually 6-24 months. A development finance loan can be used to buy land and/or pay for construction costs and is suitable for new builds, conversions or refurbishments of existing properties. A...

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    Top 10 mistakes businesses make when applying for finance

    Securing finance for your business can be a game-changer. Given its importance, you’ll want to ensure a successful application enabling you to progress toward your plans. At ASC, we regularly see common mistakes businesses make when applying for finance. So, to help you dodge the pitfalls, here are the 10 mistakes to avoid. Top 10...

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  • Loans

    Bridging loan myths dispelled

    Increasing demand from borrowers for flexible short-term funding has led to a rise in bridging loans. The Bridging & Development Lenders Association (BDLA) reports record completions of £1.79bn in Q3, a 2.6% increase from the previous quarter. Bridging finance is a short-term loan (typically 12 months or less) that provides an immediate cash boost. Although...

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