Todd Davison, MD of Purbeck Insurance Services said: “Banks have reported that they are reaching out to SMEs to help ease the financial strain on the back of the virus. This action is to be applauded but any loan comes with a risk and more often than not, this will fall on the shoulders of the business owner if they are required to sign a Personal Guarantee.
“Our figures show that increasing numbers of small business owners are taking action to reduce that risk, potentially over fears related to coronavirus but also to help sustain cashflow in the face of the ongoing challenges around late payment. The key is to ensure cover is in place before the business starts facing financial difficulties.
“We would urge small business owners to speak to their financial broker, accountant or solicitor to understand how they can mitigate the risk of a personal guarantee, such as through Personal Guarantee Insurance.”