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Understanding Personal Guarantees in SME Borrowing

Chris Ray — Fri, 19 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT

So, why do lenders require personal guarantees when lending to SMEs? The simple answer is that loans to small businesses carry more risk than those to larger, established companies with a proven track record of creditworthiness. Personal guarantees provide the lender with additional security and reassurance that the loan will be repaid, even if the business fails. It also demonstrates the borrower's commitment to the loan and the lender.

Unlocking Alternative Financing Options for Your Construction Business - Branta Guidance

Admin — Thu, 17 Aug 2023 23:00:00 GMT

It's an open secret that the construction industry is currently going through a challenging period. This predicament has resulted from a confluence of factors, including the COVID-19 pandemic, escalating materials costs, labour supply issues, main contractors failing to meet payment expectations, and banks reducing their support for the sector.

Pre-Packed Administrations: A Necessary Evil or a Lifeline for Businesses?

Admin — Wed, 12 Jul 2023 23:00:00 GMT

In the labyrinth of insolvency, pre-packed administrations emerge as a subject of polarising discourse. This process involves the swift sale of a distressed company's assets, often back to its original management team. While some view it as controversial, others see it as a lifeline. But is it fair? Let's navigate through this complex issue.

Branta Advises Tarn Pure Shareholders in Acquisition by HeiQ

Admin — Wed, 05 Jul 2023 23:00:00 GMT

Branta is proud to announce that we recently advised the shareholders of Tarn Pure in their acquisition by HeiQ, a Swiss-based textile technology company. This strategic transaction involved the transfer of key regulatory assets and will allow HeiQ to expand its product offerings and better serve its customers.

Success Story: How Piota Apps Turned Around with the Help of Branta Advisory

Admin — Wed, 21 Jun 2023 23:00:00 GMT

That was the challenge faced by James Dickson, founder of Piota Apps, a mobile app development company. Despite having a great product, James struggled to commercialise his idea and the difficulty of accelerating sales threatened the future of his business.

Invest in the Future of Payments with Project Shire: A Blockchain Enabler for Crypto and CBDC Payments

Admin — Wed, 14 Jun 2023 23:00:00 GMT

That's where Project Shire comes in - a London-based blockchain innovator that provides unique, proven blockchain-connected solutions for merchants and payment service providers to accept and send crypto-currencies or DLT-enabled CBDCs.

Seeking Acquisition Targets: Property Maintenance Companies in London

Admin — Wed, 07 Jun 2023 23:00:00 GMT

Our client, a leading operator in the property and facilities management sector, is seeking to expand their portfolio in the property maintenance industry by acquiring companies in London. With a focus on property maintenance, including but not limited to maintenance, cleaning, block management, and facilities management, our acquisition criteria includes London-based companies. We are also open to distressed businesses. Enterprise value up to £2m will be considered.

Branta Helps Shareholders of Allteks Sell Distressed Business to Soda IT Support

Admin — Sun, 04 Jun 2023 23:00:00 GMT

Branta is pleased to announce its role in helping the shareholders of Allteks Limited sell their distressed business to Soda IT Support. Allteks is a UK-based technology company that provided IT support and consulting services to businesses.

Branta Provides International Corporate Finance Solution for UK Construction Consultancy, Funded by Franklin Capital and Bibby

Admin — Thu, 01 Jun 2023 23:00:00 GMT

As a leading corporate finance boutique, Branta is pleased to announce its role in providing financing solutions for a UK-headquartered construction consultancy. The company specialises in quantity surveying services and sought corporate finance solutions to support its international growth strategy and fund new projects.

How To Make The Most Out Of Selling Your Business | Branta Corporate Finance

Admin — Wed, 10 May 2023 23:00:00 GMT

There’s nothing like the voice of experience, so AJB Wealth talked to three experts: Chris Ray of corporate finance consultancy Branta, entrepreneur and angel investor, Rob Hamilton, and their own Paul Willans of AJB . ‘Remember, it’s never to early to formulate your exit plan,’ says Willans.