I have an investment fund can I put it towards opening a small business?

Thank you for your question regarding using your investment fund to open a small business. You may be able to do so, depending on the terms and conditions of your specific investment fund.

Each investment fund will have its own restrictions and guidelines that must be adhered to. Check your paperwork thoroughly or call the representative on the account.

If you are in need of funds to start a small business, consider applying for government funding. Government funds may come in the form of grants or loans and can help with a variety of start-up expenses.

You can search for available funding opportunities using the Startup Assessment Tool on the UKStartups.org website. You may also call UKStartups directly at 020 3880 8554, toll free.

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.

Be sure to look at the hundreds of daily questions and answers we have from entrepreneurs like you who want to learn more about starting a business, creating a business plan, searching for funding. Our small business experts take the time to answer each and every single question, so if you have something on your mind – we can help!

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