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Read our latest articles with advice, tips and tricks to help you run your business and get paid faster.

What Is the Fair Payment Code and How Will It Impact Small Businesses?

The UK government has introduced a new Fair Payment Code (FPC) as part of a wider crackdown on late payments. But what does this actually mean for small businesses? And will it make a difference?

5 Ways to Avoid Late B2B Payments and Keep Your Business Running Smoothly

How do you reduce the risk of late payments and keep cash flowing? We’ve listed five key steps to help protect your business and ensure you get paid on time, every time.

Big Customers, Broken Cash Flow: The Late Payment Crisis Holding Startups Back

Long payment cycles are choking cash flow and stalling innovation for small businesses. Payment Bear aims to change that...

Tips for Automating Your Growing Business

Running a business means you're always 'on'. With an endless to-do list, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. That’s where automation comes in.

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10 Money-Saving Ideas to Help Keep Your Business on Track

Top ten money-saving tips designed to keep your business running efficiently while protecting your cash flow.

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Essential Tools for Small Businesses in 2025

Must-have tools for small businesses that can help you work smarter, not harder for the year ahead.

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11 Top Tips on How to Run Your Own Business

11 practical tips every business owner should know to run their own business.

Freelancers

Best Productivity Tools for Freelancers

The best platforms out there to help freelancers work smarter, not harder.

Freelancers

5 Steps for Freelancers to Take to Improve Cash Flow

Practical Tips to Stabilise Your Income Stream and Manage Finances Effectively

Invoicing

How to get paid faster

Getting paid fast presents opportunities to rapidly grow your business. Here are our top tips to get paid faster.

Invoicing

Why simplicity wins - how Payment Bear makes invoicing a breeze

The hidden costs of complex invoicing practices can have a hugely negative impact on your business. Here's how to simplify it.

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The competitive landscape: how Payment Bear stands out in a crowded market

How is Payment Bear making a difference where others can't?

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Autumn Budget 2024: what it means for Small Businesses and Freelancers

A rundown of the key points from the 2024 Autumn Budget that could affect you and your business.

Freelancers

Work smarter, not harder: 6 tips for Freelancers

We’ve shared six tried and tested tips to help you streamline your workflow, stay productive, and still have time for the things you love

Invoicing

How to cut down on transaction fees with Open Banking

Open Banking helps you cut down on transaction fees, freeing up cash for what matters most

Invoicing

How to hand late invoice payments without losing clients

4 practical tips to help you manage late payments professionally and confidently

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What is Open Banking?

Open Banking is revolutionising the way individuals and businesses manage their finances. Here's why...

Invoicing

Why the Right Invoicing Platform is Critical for Growing Your Business

We explain how the right platform can help you save time, save money and grow your business through easy changes.