Social Impact Report 2023/24

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How to Evaluate a Business Idea

How to Evaluate a Business Idea

Feb 25, 2025 | Knowledge

Embarking on the journey of running your own business can be one of the most exhilarating experiences of your life. The freedom and personal fulfilment that come with being your own boss are unparalleled. However, the road to successful entrepreneurship is paved with...
The Impact of Lending into Deprived Areas

The Impact of Lending into Deprived Areas

Jan 16, 2025 | Knowledge

At SWIG Finance, we believe in fostering economic opportunity where it is needed most. Our work as a Community Development Finance Institution (CDFI) focuses on providing funding to businesses that struggle to access finance through traditional means – especially in...
9 Steps to Buying a Business

9 Steps to Buying a Business

Oct 16, 2024 | Knowledge

Embarking on the journey of buying a business is an exhilarating venture that promises not only financial rewards but also personal fulfilment.    At SWIG Finance, we understand the complexities involved in this process and are here to guide you through every step....
What is a CDFI?

What is a CDFI?

Sep 17, 2024 | Knowledge, Responsible Finance

As part of our mission to educate and inform, this blog aims to shed light on what a CDFI is, the ethical finance they offer, how they operate, and why they are vital to the communities they serve.  SWIG Finance is one of the UK’s leading Community Development Finance...
Sole Trader to Limited Company: Scaling My Business

Sole Trader to Limited Company: Scaling My Business

Jul 24, 2024 | Knowledge

Embarking on the journey from a sole trader to a limited company is a significant milestone for many business owners. The transition not only marks the growth of your business but also involves careful consideration of legal, financial, and operational changes. In...