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20th April 2023Grant FundingGrant Loans – A new way to finance UK innovation
Sprk launched its Grant Advance product into the UK market in 2022. We have seen huge demand from SMEs and the advisor community, so wanted to highlight how it can benefit you and your company as it engages in innovation.
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19th April 2023Grant FundingAlternative Sources of Non-Dilutive Funding
R&D tax credits are a fantastic source of funding for innovative SME’s, but with the HMRC tightening its grasp on the R&D tax credit scheme, many businesses are looking for additional sources of non-dilutive funding. Luckily, in the UK, there are other sources of funding that companies should also consider.
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7th April 2023R&D Tax CreditsR&D Tax Credits: HMRC Compliance Guide
R&D tax credits provide a fantastic way to fund innovation in your business. Recent changes at HMRC have seen compliance pushed to the top of the agenda with much more of an emphasis on tackling abuse of the R&D tax credits system.
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29th March 2023R&D Tax CreditsClaim R&D Tax Relief for a Failed Project
When it comes to claiming R&D tax relief there is no doubt that this is easier to do when a project has been successful. But what about those projects where you didn’t get the results that you were hoping for?
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24th March 2023R&D Tax CreditsIs R&D tax relief considered state aid?
In terms of whether R&D tax relief is state aid, this matters because there are limits on how much state aid can be claimed by UK companies so it’s important to work out what is likely to be the best option for you.
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22nd March 2023AnnouncementsSprk Announces Appointment of Head of Underwriting
Sprk Capital, the leading provider of R&D and Grant Advances, is pleased to announce that Jasdeep Hara has joined as Head of Underwriting.
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20th March 2023R&D Tax CreditsAdditional Support for R&D Intensive Enterprises
The UK government has announced additional support for research and development (R&D) intensive small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) following the recent cut in R&D tax credit rates.
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8th March 2023R&D Tax CreditsHow to choose the right R&D advisor
Choosing the right R&D advisor The right R&D advisor can make all the difference when it comes to ensuring that you’re getting the most from this tax incentive. A partner that is a good fit will not only ensure that -
1st March 2023R&D Tax CreditsOur Guide to R&D Tax Credit Loans
What are R&D tax credit loans? R&D tax credit loans are based on the R&D tax credits scheme set up by the government to support more innovation in the UK. They provide a way to access a percentage of your