At Corporate & Legal Investigations, we understand that transparency in business is important in helping to build strong relationships between suppliers. There are some pieces of information, though, that often remain hidden or shrouded in a little mystery. Whilst a business has the right to protect certain details, some can enhance the bond between both parties when they are discovered.
Checking the credit score of your customers helps not only minimise disruption to your business in wasted admin chasing unpaid bills, but also allows you to gain a clear understanding of the status of the business you’re working with.
That is why utilising the credit check service from Corporate & Legal Investigations is worth benefiting from. With it, you can put your mind at ease at remain confident that your business can operate as you want it to without the risk of a failed supply chain.
What is a company credit check?
Just like when an individual applies for finance of any kind, a credit check establishes how affordable the credit is and what the financial situation of the individual is. Previous debt management is taken into account, along with current earnings and outgoings. If the person has a record of late or missed payments, their credit check will flag that they are not fully able to manage their finances. Should there also be lots of outstanding debt in that person’s name, the credit check will also indicate this.
It is the same for a company credit check. With this, you can see whether the company you use for purchasing stock is reputable and in control of its finances. A good report will give you peace of mind that there will be no action taken against them and find your supply chain disrupted.
Why should I credit check a supplier?
Carrying out a credit check against them allows you to make informed decisions as to whether the partnership you are entering into will be financially beneficial. Late payments can cost thousands in wasted admin, as well as chasing unpaid invoices, resulting in serious cash flow issues.
If outstanding debts, insolvency or other financial issues are discovered, you will feel better prepared and able to negotiate better terms.
A credit check allows you to see just how stable the business is before you decide whether to partner with them.
How much does it cost to credit check a company?
At Corporate & Legal, we know that there may be differing levels of depth that you wish to go to in order to understand the status of your potential or current customers. This is why we offer three levels of company credit check. Each one includes specific features that will give you a concise overview of the chosen company, allowing you to make an informed decision as to whether you should go into an agreement with them.
Our current pricing ranges from £150 + VAT for a regular company credit check to just £250 + VAT for an international credit check. Simply contact our team and let us know what type of credit check you require, and our expert team will get to work delivering you comprehensive results in as little as 3-4 days.
What is included in a company credit check?
Each level of our company credit check includes varied features to ensure you get the best possible results for your budget.
Our regular company check is the cheapest of our options and can be with you in just 3-4 days. It includes:
- Business identification
- Credit rating
- Public record information
- Detailed payment information
- Financial information from the latest year
- Director information
Should you require a little more detail, we offer an in-depth company credit check that includes all the same as the above plus a more detailed analysis, providing greater insight. Please contact our office for more information.
In some cases, you may need to source information about an international company. This is a service that Corporate & Legal can execute with speed, precision and detailed information. An International Company Credit Check covers everything listed in the two other levels of service we offer, but also contains a lot of additional information. it can vary by jurisdiction and the reporting that companies have to comply with. This service covers Europe, North America and Asia.
Corporate & Legal Investigations are accredited with the ABI (Association of British Investigators), the CSA and are PCI DSS validated. We are also ISO 9001 and 27001 certified, and are fully registered with the ICO. Not only do we offer comprehensive company credit checks, but we also operate as process servers in the UK and offer a detailed debtor tracing service to help you recover any outstanding payments to you or your business. Speak to one of our experienced representatives about our additional investigation services today.
Company credit check pricing
Regular Credit Check
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3-4 Days
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Business identification
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Credit Rating
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Public record information
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Detailed payment information
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Financial information (latest year)
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Director’s information
In Depth Credit Check
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3-4 Days
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Business identification
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Credit Rating
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Public record information
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Detailed payment information
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Financial information (latest year)
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Director’s information
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Plus Much more
International Credit Check
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3-4 Days
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Business identification
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Credit Rating
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Public record information
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Detailed payment information
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Financial information (latest year)
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Director’s information
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Coverage of Europe Asia and North America
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Plus Much more
