New report: The Cost of Caution
Our latest report provides one of the clearest pictures to date of how UK SMEs perceive debt finance, and the opportunities they risk losing by delaying securing funds. Download your copy now. Read More
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What is Mezzanine Financing?
Mezzanine financing is a flexible growth-funding option that bridges the gap between senior debt and equity. Often used for acquisitions, management buyouts, and real estate development, it allows businesses to raise additional capital without giving up control. In this guide, Growth Lending explains what mezzanine finance is, how it works, its key benefits, and when it’s the right solution to help your company expand. Read More
How Do We Close the Funding Gap?
SME funding has never been more abundant. Yet for many founders, securing the right capital still feels harder than ever. We share 4 ways that we can help to make SME funding simpler and smarter. Read More
How to know when your business is investment ready
Securing capital is a transformative step in a business’ growth journey, but how do you ascertain when it’s the right time to raise funds and, crucially, whether your business is appropriately prepared? We share the six key signs that your business is investment ready. Read More
What to consider when acquiring a healthcare business
The UK's ageing population is driving increased demand for residential care, creating opportunity for the UK's operators. We examine the key things they need to consider when planning for expansion via acquisition. Read More
How to navigate an organisational culture change
When a new owner steps in after an acquisition, culture will shift whether intentionally or not. Organisational psychologist Heather Worsfold explores how you can make the most of organisational culture change. Read More
Raising funds without tangible assets
Over the past few decades, the UK economy has undergone a significant transformation, with services now accounting for approximately 80% of GDP. But have our lending models kept up? We explore the options for asset-light businesses trying to raise capital. Read More
What the 10 Year Health Plan means for care home operators
The government announced its ambition to “bring health services to people’s doorsteps” in its new 10 Year Health Plan – discover what this means for private healthcare operators. Read More
What stage of growth is my business at and why does it matter?
Raising capital is an important part of accelerating a business’ growth, but to be able to do this successfully it’s useful to know what stage of growth your business is currently at. We outline the main stages of business growth, how to identify where you sit and, most importantly, what this knowledge enables you to achieve. Read More
How much should my business borrow?
Raising funds is a critical lever for business growth, but deciding how much to borrow can feel like walking a fine line between ambition and overextension. We explore the key questions to ask before you begin the fundraising process. Read More