In this month’s cover feature, NACFB managing director Norman Chambers dons the role of detective to unravel the mysteries of the balance sheet – a crucial piece of evidence for brokers looking to piece together all the evidence that goes into submitting a successful deal.

James Hinch, our head of compliance looks at the likely cost and benefits of proposed new legislation that could affect Members and Patrons.

The issue also features insight and opinion from a host of NACFB Patrons including Allica Bank, Assetz Capital, Funding Circle, MFS, Triodos Bank UK, Bibby Financial Services, Cambridge & Counties Bank, Renaissance Asset Finance, YBS Commercial Mortgages, and iwoca.

We also hear from NACFB Partners Phelan Independent, Purbeck Personal Guarantee Insurance, and Method Valuation, as well as NACFB Member firm Mortgages for Business.

Lastly, all the fives: five ways to make the most of NACFB Commercial Finance Expo which takes place on Wednesday 15th June at the NEC, Birmingham, and five minutes with Nick Smith, Group Managing Director at Reward Finance who reveals not only his secrets to business success but also his favourite book and the best live band he’s ever seen.