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SME FINANCING 101: KNOW YOUR OPTIONS A lack of awareness around available financing as well as a lack of business compliance and knowledge are proving to be a major barrier to SMEs accessing the support they need. “Thus, accessible financing is key to the survival of SMEs – which will, in turn, only assist the country’s economic recovery,” says Jeremy Lang Before applying for financing, he advises a few factors that SMEs should consider: Get your ducks in a row Most financiers require 12-24 mont