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SBA Loans: 504 vs. 7(a)

5 minute read

January 11, 2019

SBA financing is a government loan program that offers great loan terms for small business owners. Although the SBA doesn't directly loan money to businesses, they work with banks and CDCS (Certified Development Companies) to...

SBA 504 Loans vs. SBA Microloans

5 minute read

September 27, 2018

As a business owner, you know capital is necessary when starting a new business or expanding an existing one. That’s why the Small Business Administration (SBA) offers several types of loans to small firms.

SBA 7(a) Loan vs. SBA Express Loan

5 minute read

September 11, 2018

The Small Business Administration (SBA) has helped countless small businesses reach their goals through their financing options and other resources. The SBA provides several types of loans, based on the how much money a business...

5 Questions to Ask Before Getting A Business Credit Card

5 minute read

August 21, 2018

Getting a business credit card might seem like a logical step for a new company, but there’s numerous components to consider first. Business credit cards operate differently than personal cards, especially when it comes to...

How to Apply for an Inventory Loan

4 minute read

August 16, 2018

However, not all of them are savvy enough to use an inventory loan, which is often a much more effective way to borrow money for inventory when compared to a traditional loan. That said, there...

5 Reasons Your Line of Credit Application Was Rejected

3 minute read

June 27, 2018

Whether you’re applying for a line of credit for personal or business reasons, having your application get rejected can be very frustrating. Not only can rejections have a negative impact on your credit score, but...

The Pros and Cons of SBA Microloans

5 minute read

May 31, 2018

Small Business Administration (SBA) microloans are a popular form of business financing. The SBA’s mission is to spur the growth of small businesses. As such, the SBA provides a variety of loan programs for businesses...

SBA 7(a) Loans vs. Loans from Alternative Lenders

5 minute read

April 13, 2018

Many businesses fail to qualify for traditional bank loans. For this reason, the Small Business Administration (SBA) and alternative lenders provide small businesses with additional financing. However, while both SBA loans and business loans from...

4 Industries That Benefit from Bridge Financing

5 minute read

March 20, 2018

The growth of a business is both a blessing and a challenge. It is exciting as revenues increase, but can be stressful because of higher operating and capital costs associated with growth. Whether you prepay...