Century Business Finance Named Finalist at the SME National Business Awards 2026
By Century Business Finance on Jul 27, 2026
Century Business Finance is proud to announce that we have been named a finalist in the Business of the Year (Less than 50 Employees) category at the SME National Business Awards 2026. The awards celebrate outstanding small and medium-sized businesses from across the UK, recognising o …
Making Tax Digital Is Here. What Growing Businesses Can Learn From It
By Century Business Finance on Jul 23, 2026
Every so often, a change in legislation quietly signals a much bigger shift in the way businesses are expected to operate. This August marks one of those moments.
How Much Would a Business Loan Cost Your Business?
By Century Business Finance on Jun 15, 2026
Taking on business funding can be a big decision. Whether you're looking to invest in growth, manage your cashflow, purchase equipment or prepare for a busy trading period, understanding the potential cost of borrowing is an important part of the process.
Fact or Fiction? 5 Business Finance Myths Explained
By Century Business Finance on Jun 9, 2026
The Truth Behind 5 Common Business Finance Myths When it comes to business funding, there is no shortage of advice available online. Unfortunately, not all of it is accurate.
What 2026 Has Taught UK SMEs So Far About Cashflow, Confidence And Growth
By Century Business Finance on May 27, 2026
H1 2026 SME Outlook Report As we approach the halfway point of 2026, we can see that this year and it's market conditions have forced UK businesses to operate differently.
What Is Invoice Finance? How It Works and the Pros and Cons for Small Businesses
By Century Business Finance on May 19, 2026
What Is Invoice Finance? How It Works, Pros and Cons for Small Businesses Most businesses don’t get paid immediately.
5 signs a business loan might not be the answer
By Century Business Finance on May 13, 2026
Not every business should take funding That might sound like a strange thing for a business finance broker to say, but it’s true. A lot of businesses right now are balancing tighter cashflow, rising costs and slower decision-making while still trying to keep momentum in the business. …
The Cost of Waiting vs the Cost of Borrowing for UK businesses
By Century Business Finance on May 11, 2026
The cost of waiting vs the cost of borrowing for businesses When businesses explore funding, most focus on one thing first: cost. What’s the interest rate? What are the repayments? How long is the term? And those are hugely important questions. However, there’s another side that often …
Can Builders Get Business Loans Without Strong Credit History?
By Century Business Finance on May 6, 2026
Can Builders With Lower Credit Profiles Obtain Business Loans? Short answer: yes, but not always from your high street bank and not always at the cheapest rate. For builders whose credit file shows missed payments, County Court Judgments (CCJs) or limited trading history, a growing ma …
How do construction business loans work?
By Century Business Finance on Apr 27, 2026
Construction business loans are short- to medium-term finance products designed for the unique cashflow rhythms of building firms, trade contractors and small developers. They are usually used for working capital, equipment purchasing and project-specific requirements. For time-presse …