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Tips, news and insights to help your small business grow big

2026 small business marketing event calendar
Plan your 2026 marketing campaigns with our event-packed calendar, offering creative tips and unique ideas to help your small business shine year-round.
Holiday rush, cash flow crush: Why labour hire planning is critical for end of year
Learn why labour hire planning is vital for SMEs during the holiday rush, and how end-of-year funding can help manage cash flow and maximise sales.
The best AI tools for SMEs in 2025
Many small and local businesses see AI as something only the “big players” can afford. The truth? AI has never been more accessible, affordable or relevant to SMEs.
Back to business: Smart ways to use a business loan this autumn
Summer is over and the Autumn business blues are among us. Choose Bizcap as your smart funding option.
How to get a business loan fast in the UK: What you need to know
Get fast UK business loans without traditional bank delays
SME cash flow tightening this autumn? Here’s what to do
Autumn and winter often bring cash flow challenges for SMEs, from higher costs to slower payments. Bizcap provides fast, flexible finance to help businesses stay strong.
Business loans for bad credit: What are your options in 2025?
Bad credit? Bizcap funds SMEs based on potential, not history.
What’s happening with SME lending in the UK? Mid-year trends and insights
Mid-2025 SME lending trends reveal shift toward alternative finance.
Is the credit score dead? The case for rethinking how we assess SME risk
Traditional credit scores are outdated. Discover smarter SME lending based on real-time performance, not past financial history.
From bank denials to business wins: Why rejected SMEs are now thriving
Thousands of UK SMEs are thriving thanks to Bizcap’s flexible, credit-score-free approach to lending.
Denied by a bank? You're probably a better business than you think
Bank said no? Bizcap offers fast, flexible funding built for modern UK businesses like yours.
8 ways to make getting a business loan easier in 2025
Traditional lenders make business loans hard. Bizcap makes it faster, easier, and more accessible. Here's how.
What Amazon and Uber taught us about lending to SMEs
The new-wave of open-minded lenders disrupting traditional banking. Bizcap is redefining SME finance by making funding faster and frictionless.
Low-doc business loans: How Bizcap helps SMEs access funding with less paperwork
Discover how Bizcap’s low-doc loans deliver fast, hassle-free funding with minimal paperwork, helping SMEs access cash quickly.
End of financial year survival guide: 7 steps to prepare your small business
Here’s exactly what you need to do to wrap up the year smoothly and set yourself up for a stronger, more profitable year ahead.
More common than you think: Why even profitable businesses need short term loans
Cash flow gaps hit even the most successful businesses—so how do savvy owners stay ahead? The answer lies in fast, flexible funding that turns obstacles into opportunities.
What is SME Finance? A Comprehensive Guide for Business Owners
Understanding the world of SME financing can be complicated, but we are here to break it down in this comprehensive guide.
Slow season survival guide: 8 strategies to overcome seasonal fluctuations
Seasonal fluctuations challenge UK businesses with cash flow dips and shifting demand. These 8 strategies will help you stay ahead and thrive all year round.
Credit Score Basics for Business Owners: How To Get Funding Even with Bad Credit
Your credit score doesn’t have to stand in the way of business success. Discover how Bizcap can help you secure funding, no matter your score.
 Unlock Small Business Success: Your Guide to a Financial Health Check with Bizcap
Take control of your small business’s finances with these expert tips and discover how Bizcap can help you thrive.
What are Bizcap’s financing options? Exploring Bizcap Loans
Discover Bizcap’s tailored financing solutions and find the perfect fit for your business needs. Let’s dive into fast and flexible funding options.
What is a Merchant Cash Advance?
If your business sells products via credit or debit card payments but sees a dip in sales, a merchant cash advance (MCA) could help you make ends meet temporarily. Let's dive deep into understanding MCAs.
The Best Business Loan Providers for SMEs Seeking Fast Access to Flexible Funding
Understand the world of business loans and which one is best suited for your needs. Let’s explore fast and flexible funding options.
6 Surprising Expenses You Can Claim as EOFY Tax Deductions in the UK
This article explores six unexpected EOFY tax deductions UK small businesses can claim to reduce taxable income, along with tips on maximizing savings and how Bizcap UK can provide financial support for year-end needs.
Debunking 6 Myths About Small Business Loans
Misconceptions about small business loans such as the need for a perfect credit score or the belief that loans are only available to struggling businesses can hold you back. Let’s separate fact from fiction.
The Ultimate Guide to Cash Flow Financing in 2025
Explore the ins and outs of cash flow financing: Including how it works, potential benefits & risks and practical tips to support your business growth.
The New Age of Open-Minded Business Lending: Beyond Credit Scores
Small businesses can struggle to obtain loans due to the prohibitively high barriers to entry and slow-moving processes of banks and non-banks alike. With its holistic approach to credit assessment and unbeatable speed, Bizcap is redefining the rigid lending landscape.
The Top 7 Reasons You Were Rejected for a Business Loan
Struggling to secure a business loan? Uncover the top 7 reasons and see how Bizcap can help your small business thrive!
What Documents You Need to Apply for a Business Loan
Banks ask for various documents when you apply for a business loan. With Bizcap, it’s different; you can submit a business loan application with just one document and get a loan offer in as little as 3 hours.
Essential 2024 Marketing Events for Small Businesses
Here are some key dates to capitalise on with creative marketing campaigns, as well as innovative strategies for seizing these opportunities.
7 Essential Tips for Managing Seasonal Business Fluctuations
Small businesses have to navigate and prepare for seasonal fluctuations in cash flow and operations. Here are tips for staying ahead all year long.
Essential EOFY Checklist for SME Growth Opportunities
Here's why EOFY is important for small businesses and some essential tasks for maximising growth opportunities.
Top Working Capital Tips for Small Businesses
Working capital is vital for every business. Here's everything you need to know about working capital, along with some solutions to help bridge any gaps.
Quick Guide: Mastering Cash Flow Finance in 90 Seconds
Cash flow finance is a business loan that's provided based on projected cash flow, and can help smooth out those peaks and troughs in your business.
Top 61 Small Business Tips for 2025
Welcome to Bizcap’s Small Business Tips mega-list for 2025! We’ve spoken to our clients and industry experts and have collated their best insights to get your business going in the right direction for the rest of 2025 and beyond.
How SME's Survive and Make Money in the UK
What actually is an SME (small to medium-sized business, for those of us who don't quite know for certain but have been too afraid to ask)? Well, it depends on who you ask.
Unlock Financial Opportunities at Year-End
End of financial year is fast approaching, and with it comes a fantastic opportunity to upgrade assets and build your business while reducing your taxable profits.
Business loans vs merchant cash advances: What’s better for you?
Not sure whether to choose a business loan or a merchant cash advance? Learn the key differences and see why Bizcap loans offer better value for sustainable growth.