What are my options if my start up does not qualify for UK government grants?

If you are certain there are no UK government grants available for your start up, your small business may still be able to receive financial assistance with its start up costs. Even beyond the wide number of grants available for an array of reasons, your small business could still qualify for loans as well government subsidies and tax breaks. In addition, you may be able to seek out private investors to aid with your business getting under way and developing if you research the funding schemes. UKStartups.org can help you find additional funding sources and our team of professionals are glad to assist you in doing so. You can speak with a professional by phone at 020 3880 8554 or by using the information request form on our site.

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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