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What's going on at Assetz Capital? These news articles, blogs and press releases will keep you up-to-date with what we're doing and what we think.

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Assetz Capital Hits £50 Million Milestone

Assetz Capital has hit the milestone of lending over £50 million to UK SMEs and property developers.

Altfi - November 5, 2014

Does a dedicated ISA make P2P more appealing?

We've already got ISAs for cash and ISAs for shares and now the Government is considering a third type; an ISA for peer-to-peer and peer-to-business lenders. In his most recent budget, George Osborne announced he is considering making available an ISA for peer-to-peer lenders, so the interest they earn on their loans becomes tax free.

Huffington Post - October 27, 2014

Can peer-to-peer lenders really give you 10% on your savings?

Savers putting money into peer-to-peer lenders will get a boost under plans to include this form of alternative finance in tax-free Isas. The change is likely to see more people pile in – little wonder, with rates of up to 10% on offer. But should you be signing up, and what are the pitfalls?

The Guardian - October 26, 2014

Government interference risks distorting UK P2P market, say lenders

It is supposed to be a revolutionary form of finance that breaks the stranglehold of the big four banks on business lending. But government interference in the peer-to-peer lending market risks driving smaller groups out of business and replicating the monolithic banking model, some lenders claim.

The Financial Times - October 26, 2014

Britain wants you to be banker, but are you ready for the risk?

The row over who is to blame for the slow pace of financing UK small businesses has yet to be resolved. But the solution might lie with you. Plans to bring the risk and returns of peer-to-peer lending into one of Britain’s most popular investment products might provide some welcome relief for entrepreneurs … and some sleepless nights for those taking the plunge.

The Conversation - October 22, 2014

Peer-To-Peer offers a lifeline to SMEs

The Peer to Peer (P2P) market is rapidly gaining traction in the UK, with alternative lenders now considered a credible and vital alternative to high-street banks when it comes to providing business finance.

The Independent - September 26, 2014

New jobs in Northamptonshire funded by Assetz Capital

Northampton Chronicle - August 1, 2014

Peer-to-peer lending BTL investors

LoveMoney - June 24, 2014

If the banks cannot lend then others have to

The Evening Standard - May 27, 2014

Can Peer-To-Peer lending can beat cash savings?

The Independent - April 20, 2014