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Taking court action to collect debts
Taking court action to collect debts.
Taking non-court action to collect debts
There are a number of ways of collecting a debt without having to go to court.
Advantages and disadvantages of using a debt collection agency
Using a debt collection agency could help your business but there are also some possible disadvantages to consider.
What is equity finance and is it right for your business?
Work out whether equity finance can provide the finance you want for your business.
Advantages and disadvantages of factoring
Factoring boosts cashflow but there are costs and it brings a third party into the relationship between you and your customer.
Recourse factoring and non-recourse factoring
In certain circumstances, a factoring arrangement could involve the factor taking on the risk of bad debts.
How factoring works
Factors advance money to cover invoices and you repay an agreed percentage and fee.
What makes a business suitable for factoring?
Criteria that make your business eligible for factoring.
Advantages and disadvantages of equity finance
Discover the benefits and drawbacks of the use of equity finance or share capital in your business.
Secure equity investment: six top tips
Top tips on securing equity investment for your business.
Alternatives to equity finance
Loans and government support are possible alternatives to equity finance.
Is my business ready to grow?
Common reasons why you may want to grow your business and how to tell if you're ready to expand.
How to choose a factor or invoice discounter
Find a list of providers to choose from but examine them carefully and get personal recommendations.
Export factoring
Avoid currency fluctuation and invoice problems when exporting, minimise bad debt risk with credit protection.
Supplier finance
Benefits of supplier finance or reverse factoring to buyer and supplier.
Types of business growth: rapid and organic
There are many different ways to grow your business, and at different paces - some strategies are riskier than others.
Avoid problems during business growth
Common issues that businesses often face during growth, and tips for overcoming these difficulties through proper planning and management.
Business growth implications
Growth can have many implications for your business - it will affect your premises, equipment, staff and IT systems.
What is a quality management system?
Different types of quality management systems, their core elements and purpose, and how to choose the right quality approach for your business.
Quality management standards
Overview of the quality management systems, the ISO 9001 standard, benefits to your business and steps to ISO implementation and certification.