Is there assistance for small business start up costs?

The government offers assistance for small business start up costs through their loans and grants. These funding options are offered annually, in accordance with the needs of the population. The programmes are designed to help small business owners be successful, so if you do not have the money you need to start a small business but have a good plan and ideas of what you want to do, a loan or grant may be for you. First you need to make a small business plan and budget, and use these to guide you and determine what you need to spend money on, and how much you need. Then you can find loan and grant programmes you can apply for, and use on the things you require. Find out more by filling out the form on our web site or give us a call on UKStartups.org, 020 3880 8554.

There are hundreds of government funding schemes available for small business owners in the UK. In fact, our Funding Database currently has over 600 government funding schemes and over 500 private investors available for small business owners and startup entrepreneurs. What are you doing to take advantage of this? Become a member and start your search.

Take advantage of the Small Business Startup Assessment Tool below and see the tools and resources you need to succeed at starting your small business. It just takes 30 seconds and will also tell you if there may be any funding assistance available.

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