Despite the common complaint that there is a lack of money available for startups in the UK, there are actually many sources of capital on offer.
But not all are suitable for every type of business. The choice may vary depending upon the industry or region your business is in. It will be influenced by how much money you need and what other security or finance you can offer when setting up.
There are two main types of capital; debt and equity. They are very different and will have a big difference on the business as it grows and develops.