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Manage tax and VAT obligations with confidence.

Tax and VAT funding may help businesses spread the cost of tax bills, preserving cash flow for operations.

Tera is a credit broker, not a lender. Any finance is subject to status and the terms of the finance provider.

Overview

Tax funding provides short-term finance to cover corporation tax, VAT or other tax liabilities, repaid over an agreed period.

How it works

Funding is provided to cover the tax liability, with repayments structured over months. The facility is typically short-term.

Common uses

  • Corporation tax payments
  • VAT quarter payments
  • Self-assessment for businesses
  • Cash flow management around tax deadlines

Benefits

  • May preserve working capital
  • Can smooth cash flow around tax deadlines
  • Quick arrangement in many cases

Considerations

  • Costs should be weighed against alternatives
  • Only covers verified tax liabilities
  • Terms are typically short

Information required

  • Tax liability amount and deadline
  • Recent accounts
  • Existing borrowing details

Who may consider

  • Businesses facing significant tax payments
  • Companies with strong trading but tight cash timing
  • Seasonal businesses with uneven cash flow

The process

  1. 1.Share tax funding requirements through Tera's assessment
  2. 2.Provide accounts and tax liability details
  3. 3.Review suitable funding options
  4. 4.Complete the provider's application

Example: VAT quarter

A business with a large VAT payment due may use tax funding to spread the cost while maintaining operational cash reserves.

This is an illustrative example only. Suitability depends on individual circumstances.

Tax and VAT funding FAQs

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