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Did your favorite college band stop being cool when they ‘sold out’ and wrote their first radio hit? Does anyone remember that you heard of them first? Probably not. But that doesn’t make the music any less compelling. It’s just as good as it always was – making it popular doesn’t really change anything. Following suit from music and popular … Read More
4 Questions to Always Ask Before You Take A Capital Advance
Most small business owners are familiar with the capital advance product. Emails, calls and even snail mail offers happen regularly as part of the ordinary course of operating your business. Recently, you may have seen articles in the news that highlighted specific practices of some providers of capital advances. You know there are dozens of companies who offer a capital … Read More
Wellen Named to the Inc.5000 List
Wellen Capital Ranks No. 2217 on the 2018 Inc. 5000 Chicago — August 15, 2018 Inc. magazine today listed Wellen Capital on its annual Inc. 5000, the most prestigious ranking of the nation’s fastest-growing private companies. The list represents a unique look at the most successful companies within the American economy’s most dynamic segment— its independent small and midsized businesses. … Read More
For our ISO Partners – Why Complete, Accurate Applications Matter
It all starts with the application package. I am frequently asked “Barry, is there any way Wellen can get me a decision faster?”. The answer to that question is “YES!” and it involves our ISO Partners helping out and delivering an accurate and complete application when submitting a deal. Before we can check for accuracy and completeness we must be … Read More
Gibraltar Capital Advance is now Wellen Capital
GIBRALTAR CAPITAL ADVANCE REBRANDS AS WELLEN CAPITAL Announces WellenScore Application Scoring System Chicago, IL – June 4, 2018. Today, Gibraltar Capital Advance announced they have changed their name to Wellen Capital, LLC. Following the successful sale of related company Gibraltar Business Capital, LLC in February of this year, parent company TZ Mountain Capital Holdings, LLC began the process of re-branding … Read More
How Google My Business Works for Owners
Local SEO is a must for virtually all small businesses. While pretty similar to ‘regular’ SEO practices, targeting a local audience allows businesses to promote their products and services to customers in a specific area, in real time. Because connecting with the community is so vital for small business success, Google has developed a way for small businesses to stand … Read More
Three Great Options for Medical Practice Financing
If you’re a doctor on the lookout for business financing, it can be tricky to sort through all the noise. Just about every website pitches loans that promise they’re the one—the perfect fit for your medical practice. But, even after all those years of training in their field, most doctors don’t have a good sense of where to start on … Read More
Unique Small Business Loan Alternatives for Women-Owned Businesses
It seems like now more than ever, women are taking charge—harnessing their entrepreneurial spirit and opening their own businesses—officially bucking the trend of working for the man. While this makes it sound like women are finally getting ahead by creating their own job opportunities, they still face some challenges obtaining the funding needed to help their businesses get off the … Read More
Why You Shouldn’t Pay for So-Called ‘Business Debt Relief’
As an entrepreneur, you’re well aware that even a solid business plan and a great product won’t protect you completely from unexpected downturns. Markets change, your costs can rise — and suddenly, you’re struggling to meet your obligations. This is when you may start noticing sales pitches from companies that offer a quick and easy solution to your stress. Here’s … Read More
Why a Branded Email Domain is Critical for Your Small Business
Chances are, you probably have a Gmail account. Yourname@gmail.com, right? Now, this is all well and good—perfect for emailing your friends, connecting to your Facebook account and signing up for promotional offers. But, it’s not really the appropriate communications channel for small business inquiries. For starters, your email address makes more of an impression than you might imagine. For example, … Read More