ACCESS TO FINANCE
Whatever type of finance you need, the Access to Finance programme can help you find a solution. The programme is designed to lead you step-by-step through the process of raising finance and includes the following services:
- A review of your funding, investment and debt readiness requirements
- Information and advice on the most suitable types of finance and grants available for your business
- Review and validation of your business model, and your marketing, management and operational plans
- Assistance in preparing your finance plan to help you clearly and successfully express your ideas to finance suppliers
- Access to high quality corporate finance advice (often unaffordable to many SMEs) through our Equity Investment Service
- Guidance on selling your business and succession planning
The cost of the Access to Finance programme is subsidised by up to 85% for start ups and up to 75% for existing businesses.
Eligibility
Businesses located in the Objective 2 areas of west London, the Upper Lee Valley, inner east London and the outer Thames Gateway are eligible for the programme. Find out if you are eligible.
What next?
Initially, we will ask you to complete a quick assessment form about your business. Then, if your case is eligible, our qualified advisers will carry out a more detailed review of your business and your request for finance. This free assessment will help you identify any further steps you may need to take before you put forward your proposal.
Further information
The Access to Finance programme is funded by the London Development Agency and European Regional Development Fund.(Culled from Business Link)
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