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Banks & loans
Banks & loans
Whether it's getting a small business loan or opening a small business bank account, all start-ups will need to deal with the bank at some point. Ensure you get your bank loan and choose the most suitable account and bank manager by reading the advice and tips in this section.
Bank managers
Business banking
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How to apply for a bank loan
The lending process can seem prohibitive, but here is a step-by-step guide to getting...
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Loans
What do banks offer start-up businesses?
We look at what each of the main high street banks can do for you
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Business banking
What is chip & PIN and how does it affect you?
One in five bank customers already have chip & PIN debit cards. Are they still shoppi...
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Business banking
How to change your bank
Changing banks used to be a long, drawn-out affair - not any longer.
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Business banking
Finding the right bank manager
The questions that you should be asking
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Bank managers
Chip and PIN system
The next generation of credit card transactions is upon us
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Business banking
Managing your bank manager
How to get the most from your bank manager
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Bank managers
Enterprise Finance Guarantee
What is it and how can it help you secure a loan?
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Loans
Reduce your banking costs
Learn how to avoid excessive bank charges
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Business banking
Which type of bank?
How to choose from the Big Four or alternative banks
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Business banking
Banking methods
Branch, internet, telephone or a combination of the three
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Business banking
Business bank account
What to consider when choosing where to bank
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