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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...

5 Benefits of An Inventory Loan

4 minute read

March 19, 2018

Having adequate inventory to meet customer demand is a top concern for small businesses. Unfortunately, inventory can be one of the most challenging things for small business owners to manage due to fluctuations in sales....

Pros and Cons of Using a Personal Line of Credit for Business Expenses

5 minute read

February 27, 2018

Let’s face it; even for well-established business, cash flow can fluctuate. Unfortunately, bills are due whether you have cash or not, which is why many business owners turn to a personal line of credit to...

What You Should Know About SBA 7(a) Loans

3 minute read

February 23, 2018

As a business owner, you may be aware that the U.S. Small Business Administration offers help to entrepreneurs through services such as grants. In addition, they also have various lending programs, which can be an...

An Overview of SBA Loan Options

5 minute read

February 12, 2018

The Small Business Administration (SBA) is a great resource for business owners. One of their major contributions to U.S. businesses is their diverse financing options.\n\n\nIn this post, we'll review each SBA loan option, so that...

The Top 3 Reasons Companies Apply for a Business Loan

5 minute read

August 30, 2017

American businesses don’t take debt lightly. According to the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, 76 percent of all firms used personal funds to face financial challenges. Only 44 percent took out additional debt to...

4 Great Financing Alternatives for Small Businesses

5 minute read

April 12, 2017

The small business financing marketplace is changing. Years ago, the only financing options were conventional loans obtained through banks, but today small businesses have multiple options from many different types of lenders. To help you...

7 Helpful Strategies for Writing a Business Plan

3 minute read

December 5, 2016

There are many components that go into writing a business plan for a small business, and it is important to make each one a priority. Take advantage of National Write a Business Plan Month and...

7 Reasons to Pursue Working Capital Before the Holidays

3 minute read

October 14, 2016

The holiday season can be overwhelming, especially for small business owners. If you’re lacking necessary funds to make it through the holidays, you may want to pursue business working capital from a lender. At Fora...