Peter Adams

When you sign up for anything from a broadband or mobile phone contract to a bank account or mortgage, a credit check allows companies to find out more about how you manage your finances before they decide whether to take you on as a customer. Here’s the lowdown on how credit checks work.

If you're struggling to pay off business debts, you might consider a business loan, but what is the potential impact on your personal finances? We review who is responsible for business debt and how it might impact your personal finance.

As a business owner, it's likely that you will deal with business banking, so it’s important to understand the various banking terms. Things can get confusing with UK and US banking terms, which can differ in meaning. Read on to find out the differences, and how to choose the right approach.

Preparing your accounts can be hard at the best of times. Business loans often confuse matters, but they don’t have to.

Find out how to finance property development, whether you’re a landlord, a business acquiring your first premises or a property developer.

Businesses looking to drive future growth may need to acquire capital for loans. Read on to learn about the business and personal loan options, and how they differ.

If you run a small business, you need to keep on top of your finances. You may want to open a business bank account. We cover the steps you need to follow to open an account for your business.