The Best Business Loans for Franchise Purchases and Improvements
Find the ideal business loans for franchise needs, including buying a franchise and funding franchises already in operation included.
Entries by Wil Rivera
How to Recover from a Small Business Loan Rejection
Rejection always hurts, and when it’s from the bank on a small business loan, it can sting a little bit more than it did in high school. Loans are the lifeblood of most small businesses, and without them, the company could crash and burn. In fact, according to the Small Business Administration, 27% of the […]
Small Business Loan Application Checklist | Updated for 2023
Building and running a small business is hard. It takes conviction, leadership, sound management and, every so often, a much-needed injection of financing. In both good and lean times businesses are often faced with the decision to pursue some type of financing. However, applying for and acquiring small business loans and alternate financing can often be […]
What Red Flags Will Trigger an IRS Audit, and How to Minimize Them
Learn what will trigger an IRS of a small business
The Ins and Outs of Equipment Leasing
Equipment Leasing is one way businesses can obtain equipment they need to build and grow their profitability
Business Loan vs. Business Credit Card?
A guide to assessing the best answer to the debate between business loan vs. business credit card
Loans for Dentists: When a Credit Card Won’t Cut It
Curious about loans for dentists? Explore these alternate paths to get the financing your practice needs while keeping your credit cards out of the mix.
6 Business Alternatives for Bank Loans and When They Make Sense
Need financing for your business but can’t qualify at a bank? There are various financing alternatives to keep your operations running. Borrowing money is an essential part of building a small business. But when you need a loan, traditional lenders like the bank might not be an option. They tend to have strict small business […]
How the SBA May Help You Recover From Natural Disasters
Hurricanes, wildfires, earthquakes, volcanoes, mudslides — all can be devastating to the health of your small business. In 2017, 40 percent of small businesses located within a FEMA-designated disaster zone reported natural disaster-related losses, according to the Federal Reserve. Forty-five percent of affected businesses reported asset losses of up to $25,000, while 61 percent reported revenue […]
The Five C’s of Credit and How They Impact Business Financing Decisions
If you’ve heard of the five C’s of credit, you may assume that this phrase is only associated with personal credit; however, it’s also a tool used by lenders to evaluate businesses pursuing credit options. Here’s why the five C’s of credit are important to your business; how lenders evaluate each of them; and how […]