In the later stages of a growing business, the now-incorporated business might need a bank loan for various needs, including operating capital and long-term growth.

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John Lamidey, chief executive of the Consumer Financial Association which represents the eight largest payday loan lenders, said most long-term debt was on credit cards and bank overdrafts and he advised anyone with long-term debt to go to Citizens Advice (CAB).

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