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Finance for young entrepreneurs

Start-Up loans are a government backed initiative aimed at helping young entrepreneurs between the ages of 18- 30 get started in business.

The scheme focuses on providing funding via a low interest start-up loan along with support and mentoring. If you are interested in a Start-Up loan but are over 30, email an expression of interest and the South West Investment Group will be in touch as soon as the age cap is lifted which is anticipated to be the end of Summer 2013.


SWIG Start-Ups

SWIG Start-Ups can help you get your business off the ground with funding and support if you are based in one of the following areas:  Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly; Devon; Bristol; Somerset; Gloucestershire; Dorset; Wiltshire

How does it work?

Complete an Expression of Interest  downloaded from  http://www.southwestinvestmentgroup.co.uk/Funds-Available/Start-Up-Loans.aspx and email it to [email protected] or post to the address below.

Once SWIG has assessed the viability of your initial idea they will direct you to the loan application forms found below and find you the appropriate support in putting together your business plan.

Send them your completed application and business plan for us to assess.

Success! If you are successful and your loan is approved you will be assigned to a business mentor and receive ongoing support to help you get your business up and running.

SWIG is now the South West delivery partner of Start-Up loans, which means we can offer flexible and affordable loans alongside business support to entrepreneurs aged 18-30 who have been trading up to a year. It is not subject to any sector restrictions and it is not necessary to have been turned down by the bank.

South West Investment Group Limited, Lowena House, Glenthorne Court, Truro Business Park, Threemilestone, Truro, Cornwall TR4 9NY