Banking

Explore banking and financial services, from personal and business accounts to savings, loans, and foreign exchange. Find the right provider and learn about financial protection.

Banking - overview

Banks and financial service providers offer a range of services from personal and business bank accounts to trade and consumer finance, insurance and foreign exchange services.

Bank accounts - overview

A bank account is essential if you want to send and receive payments or to save money securely. You may need separate personal and business bank accounts if you are running your own small business or operate as a sole trader.

Mortgages - overview

Do you need a mortgage to buy a home or business premises? How mortgages work, how much you can borrow and how to find the right one.

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Accepting payments

As a business you need to accept customer payments. There are many ways of accepting payments, but you should aim to accept the payment methods your customers prefer. How can you get paid?

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