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Managing Financial Resources and Decisions

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Unit 2
Managing Financial Resources and Decisions
P.1. Identify short term, medium term and long term sources of finance available to Blue Orange Solutions. Long Term ✓ Loans ✓ Debentures ✓ Bank loans (mortgage) ✓ Merchant or Investment Banks Short / Medium Term ✓ Bank loans ✓ Overdraft facilities ✓ Trade credit ✓ Leasing 1. Business Angels ✓ Small sums (500K) ✓ Expertise ✓ Longer term involvement ✓ High growth businesses (www.bized.co.uk on Mon, 24/05/2004 - 12:00) For Blue Orange Solutions are available next sources of finance for …show more content…

The business is charged interest based on the amount overdrawn and the length of time overdrawn, and are usually charged a regular fee for the use of the facility. An overdraft is particularly useful when business has regular sales and purchases and is to finance temporary cash shortages. They are a good backup to ensure business can pay its bills. An overdraft is not supposed to be a permanent source of finance.

Advantages of Overdrafts
Flexible – An overdraft is available when business needs it and costs very small amount of charges. It allows business to make essential payments in case of cash shortages.
Quick – Overdrafts are easy and quick to arrange, providing a good cash flow backup with the minimum of fuss.

Disadvantages of Overdrafts
Cost – Overdrafts carry interest and fees; often at much higher rates than loans. The business face large charges if you go over the agreed overdraft limit.
Recall – Unless specified in the terms and conditions, the bank can recall the entire overdraft at any time.
Security – Overdrafts may need to be secured against business assets, which put them at risk if payments cannot be made.

Business Angels for Blue Orange Solutions Business angels are wealthy individuals who invest in start-up and growth businesses in return for equity in the company, they are also called informal investors. The investment can involve both time

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