Finance Guides, Funding Stories and Sector Insight from the STAR Group
Browse our funding case studies, practical finance guides, and sector news from STAR Asset Finance, Credo, Ignition Credit, First Capital Finance, and the wider STAR Group. Use the filters below to find content relevant to your sector or finance type.
Latest Funding Stories
The refinance provided the customer with a flexible way to manage the significant balloon payment without a large upfront cash outlay.
Working closely with one of our trusted third-party connections, we were able to structure and secure a £1 million confidential invoice discounting facility, providing the business with flexible working capital linked directly to its sales ledger.
We arranged a £60,000 Growth Guarantee Scheme (GGS) loan to support the expansion of Brooklands Events & Marquees, enabling them to take over a well-established gardening festival.
Latest Finance Guides
Equipment finance can help businesses invest without placing unnecessary pressure on cash flow. This guide explains how equipment funding works, the benefits of spreading costs, and how the tax treatment of asset purchases may help you maximise value while supporting everyday operations and future growth.
Classic car ownership doesn’t have to stay a dream. This guide explains what defines a classic car, the different ways to buy one, and how STAR Asset Finance offers tailored classic car finance solutions to help you drive away in an iconic vehicle with confidence.
Latest news from the STAR group
In September STAR Asset Finance passed £3 billion in total funding provided to SMEs across the UK.
STAR Asset Finance has been named Asset Finance Broker of the Year at the Leasing World Awards 2026.
STAR Asset Finance has been shortlisted as a finalist in the Asset Finance Broker of the Year category at this year's Leasing World Awards.
STAR Asset Finance strengthens senior leadership team to support next phase of growth
