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Most markets come with plenty of moving parts, and business finance is no different. In this episode, David and Trevor talk through why lenders ask for Personal Guarantees (PGs), what they mean, and how they affect the people signing them.

Like any type of guarantee, the details depend on several important factors. The aim of this episode is to make the topic clearer so business owners understand their obligations before taking on any debt finance.

Some directors see PGs as a high risk, but that is not always the case. David and Trevor look at the mindset behind why lenders ask for this type of guarantee, the reasons lenders rely on them, and what the actual liabilities could be if a business fails.

Legal advice is always recommended, although working with a recognised business finance professional, such as a member of The Guild of Business Finance Professionals, can give business owners the clarity they need before applying for finance. In many cases, a skilled professional can even negotiate the terms of a guarantee when there is a valid reason to do so.

If there are any business owners that require any further information on PGs and their legalities, please contact the show for further support. In addition, legal support is available in conjunction with legal partners Paris Smith.

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In this Finance in Fifteen episode, David and Trevor have an honest conversation about the hurdles many business owners run into when they try to secure funding and, in particular, if the business in question has not undertaken the basic requirements to prepare in advance of any application.

Business finance now comes in many shapes and sizes and the number of lenders in the UK has grown to more than 300. With so much choice, it is easy to see why many businesses miss out on the best-fit and do not get the outcome they hoped for because they have been unable to prepare for finance in advance.

Preparation matters on both sides of the application process. With the right guidance and by working with a Guild member in the first instance, business owners can give themselves the best chance of securing funding that truly fits their needs.

With consideration to annual and management financials, coupled with each lenders criteria for affordability testing, plus an array of other requirements, this podcasts underlines the importance for business owners to avoid applying directly to a lender. Fail to prepare...prepare to fail!

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A new season, a fresh approach: the Business Finance Matters podcast is back, continuing to be the only podcast that supports UK business owners who are navigating the complex world of finance—whether they are seeking funding or simply want to understand their options better.

After a successful run in audio-only format, the podcast is now available to watch as well as listen to, giving you a more engaging way to follow the conversation. Please see click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mTy0gEb4-yQ

Based on your feedback, we are introducing a new series of short episodes called 'Finance in Fifteen'. Each episode dives into a specific business finance topic, packed into just 15 minutes, so you can get practical insights without the fluff.

The podcast will also continue to include guest interviews.

In this first episode, David and Trevor explain why working with a recommended Business Finance Intermediary is crucial before accessing any type of finance. With over 300 lenders offering a wide range of products, expert guidance can help avoid costly mistakes. Recent case studies reveal businesses ending up with unsuitable products, uncompetitive interest rates, or excessive fees...problems this podcast aims to highlight and prevent.

Produced in partnership with The Guild of Business Finance Professionals, this series continues its mission to guide business owners safely through the finance landscape, whether dealing with lenders directly or through those various uncredible broker channels.

Listen or watch, and share your feedback...your insights will help shape future episodes and ensure business owners get the guidance that’s been missing since the 2008 financial crisis.

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