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Don't bank on the banks. Sow seeds instead

Finding money is tough for businesses at the moment, tougher still for anyone starting out with a new venture and wondering how on earth to pay for it. But there are options worth exploring without relying on your not very local, or listening, bank manager.Read

Business Briefing: Borrowing in a perfect storm

Define your terms – banks will lend, but in 'perfect storm' conditions it's a choppy ride.Read

Business Briefing: New pension laws will have huge impact on business

New laws require businesses to offer pensions in the workplace from October this year, and this means a looming extra cost for employers in the form of contributions and administration.Read

Business Briefing: How bad is the economy?

Just how bad are things out there? Well, I have a crystal ball.Read