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The Knowledge Hub

Business advice and articles for small business owners

Welcome to the Fleximize Knowledge Hub. As pioneers at the centre of the alternative finance industry, we know what’s what when it comes to small business. So take a look at our advice, tips and expert guidance to help you launch and grow your own venture. We’ve cherry-picked topics that affect all SMEs – from law, finance, tax and employment, to creative strategy and marketing. Bookmark your favourite Knowledge Hub articles, and do visit regularly – we’re always adding useful content.

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Secured vs Unsecured Business Loans: Explained

Adam Pescod

Compare secured vs unsecured loans for personal and business finance. Explore advantages and disadvantages of secured and unsecured borrowing features today.

Clydesdale Bank Business Loans

The Fleximize Team

Here's our guide to Clydesdale Bank's business loan products, such as their term loan, flexible business loan and business investment loan

Small Business PR: How to Do PR on a Budget

Alison Shadrack

Getting press coverage for your small business needn't be that tricky. Here's how to do your own small business PR on a budget, without using a PR agency

How to Network Effectively

Adam Pescod

Networking events remain an important part of the modern business landscape. Learn how to network effectively with these top networking tips

A Simple Guide to Accessing Your VAT Returns

Adam Pescod

When you apply for a business loan or other type of business funding, a lender might ask to see your VAT returns. Here's how you can access them online

Water Deregulation: What Does it Mean for SMEs?

Jason Smith

The non-domestic water market in England was deregulated on 1 April 2017. Here's everything small businesses need to know about water deregulation

How to Edit a Website: Essential Proofreading Tools

Gloria Kopp

Errors on your website can put off customers and damage your brand's credibility. These proofreading tools will take the pain out of editing a website

How to Hire a Freelance Copywriter for Your Small Business

Kate Josselyn

Writing about your business online or in print can be challenging. By hiring a freelance copywriter, you can boost your brand without breaking the bank

Business Name Fails: How Not to Name a Business

Dan Taylor

Picking the wrong name for your business can set you up for failure. So make sure you avoid these common mistakes when naming your company

The Small Business Guide to Energy Contracts: How to Switch & Save (Updated for 2026)

Kate Josselyn

Here's what every UK small business needs to know before signing an energy contract.

Excel Tips for Business

Elizabeth Page

Microsoft Excel is the world's most important piece of business software. Business owners won't need an accountant with these handy little spreadsheet hacks

Currency Risk: How Businesses Can Manage It

Nat Davison

Exchange rate fluctuations can have a significant impact on any business. Fortunately, there are plenty of ways for SMEs to manage their currency risk

RBS Business Loans

The Fleximize Team

Here's a quick look at the RBS business loans currently available to UK SMEs, including the RBS small business loan, business overdraft and business credit card

Rebranding a Company: Lessons from AOL

David Kiriakidis

AOL's rebrand may have divided opinion, but it taught businesses a number of lessons about rebranding. Here are the most important ones

How What3Words Revolutionized Addresses

Adam Pescod

What3Words, the London-based startup founded in 2013, has transformed the lives of billions by giving them something they've never had – an address

Going Global: the Secrets of International Expansion

Gavin Fell

Expanding overseas can be a daunting prospect for any small business, but a plethora of online tools is enabling companies to compete from the outset

The Impact of the Uber Ruling on the Gig Economy

Michelle Last

Uber's defeat in a recent employment tribunal will have a huge impact on the company, but what are the wider implications for the gig economy as a whole?

TSB Business Loans

The Fleximize Team

TSB offers a range of funding options to businesses who are looking for a boost of working capital. We cover their key products, including the TSB overdraft, credit card and business loan

The Five Best Crowdfunding Sites for Your Business

Adam Pescod

Crowdfunding has given startups and SMEs an exciting new route to investment, but what are the five best crowdfunding sites for UK businesses?

History of E-Commerce

David Kiriakidis

Think of the history of e-commerce, and you'd probably think of the 1990s. But you'd be wrong. Here's our short guide, from ARPANET to Google algorithms

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