MORE and more people are looking to set up their own businesses despite the credit crunch.
Over the past three months Business Sense in Llansamlet has seen a sharp rise in new customers looking for help to start companies.
Business Sense is a one stop shop providing advice on a one to one basis, including grant applications, business plans, business bank accounts, leaflet, business card and website design.
In recent weeks it has helped people in the area start up businesses in the plumbing, hair and beauty industries as well as property maintenance and letting agents areas.
Business Sense looks after their clients for many years after they start with free accountancy packages, help taking on staff, branding as well as a full accountancy service for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies.
Sheran Grey of Business Sense said: ?It?s a great feeling when a business you have helped to get started, grows and becomes successful.
?I have personally seen the difference it can make to a family.
?We help many businesses which are privately funded but many come to us on benefits and we are able in most cases to secure extra funding for them and support them through the maze of paperwork.?