But, but my salesperson told me…

Steve O'ConnorAlternative Financing, Business Working Capital, Capital Advance, Funding Options, Merchant Cash Advance, UncategorizedLeave a Comment

“You should have read your contract” are words that a business owner only hears once they realize that the service they paid for, the asset they purchased, or the financing they secured isn’t quite what they though it was.  It’s a sentence no one wants to hear, and in the case of capital advance providers like Wellen, a sentence no … Read More

National Cybersecurity Awareness Month: Is Your Business Secure?

Elizabeth DerivanCapital Advance, Fraud and Security, Info, Merchant Cash Advance, Small Business Trends, TechnologyLeave a Comment

How Can Small Business Owners Keep Their Finances More Secure October is National Cyber Security Awareness Month. Cyberattacks are expected to double by 2025, yet 60% of businesses have no cybersecurity policy in place. Cyber Security is a major concern for small businesses in particular, as they often have limited budgets and personnel. This leaves them more vulnerable to attacks. … Read More

Business Bank Statements: Why They Are Important For Capital Advance Approval

Elizabeth DerivanAlternative Financing, Business Operations, Business Plans, Business Working Capital, Capital Advance, Cashflow, Funding Options, Merchant Cash Advance, Restaurant Business, Small Business FinancingLeave a Comment

When you apply for a business capital advance, there are a few items you must provide in order to get approved. One of the most important is your business bank statements. This way, your capital advance company can better understand the viability of your business and how you manage your company’s finances. Viewing your revenue and expenses will also help … Read More

Getting An Advance With Bad Credit

Elizabeth DerivanAlternative Financing, Business Credit, Capital Advance, Funding Options, Merchant Cash Advance, Small Business Financing, Transportation Business, UncategorizedLeave a Comment

Can You Get a Capital Advance with Bad Credit?  It’s no secret that people with low credit scores have a difficult time securing financial assistance. Low credit scores mean that traditional financial institutions are reluctant to extend a loan – or if they do, it’s at a very high rate. For this reason, an alternative form of financing like a … Read More

Grants, Loans and Advances: Knowing the Difference and What is Right for You

Elizabeth DerivanAlternative Financing, Bank Loans, Capital Advance, Merchant Cash Advance, Small Business FinancingLeave a Comment

These days, there is a lot of financial help available for small businesses. As a business owner, you always want to have choices, but it can be confusing: how do you know which option is right for your business? Here is a simple breakdown of the financial help available and why a capital advance may be the best option for … Read More

Do you know who your small business funding company is?

Steve O'Connor2019 Trends, Alternative Financing, Business Operations, Capital Advance, Fraud and Security, Funding Options, Merchant Cash Advance, Small Business Financing, Small Business TrendsLeave a Comment

The market for providing capital solutions to small business is dynamic and crowded. For every new company eager to launch is a lender at the ready to provide financial back-up. And as a result of the rise in demand, funding companies and brokers are advertising and promoting their brands through every possible channel. They’re looking to drive customers to their … Read More

4 Questions to Always Ask Before You Take A Capital Advance

Ed JobCapital Advance, Info, Small Business Financing1 Comment

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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

Three Great Options for Medical Practice Financing

Steve O'Connor2018 Trends, Alternative Financing, Business Credit, Business Working Capital, Capital Advance, Uncategorized2 Comments

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

Why You Shouldn’t Pay for So-Called ‘Business Debt Relief’

Steve O'Connor2017 Trends, Business Operations, Capital Advance, Customer Service, Fraud and Security, Info, News, Small Business Financing, Small Business Trends, Women Owned BusinessesLeave a Comment

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 Communication with your Funding Provider is Important

Steve O'ConnorAlternative Financing, Bank Loans, Business Working Capital, Capital Advance, Customer Service, Small Business FinancingLeave a Comment

Good communication between two parties is always important, especially when dealing with sensitive topics—like money. It is important for both parties to be on the same page and in sync with each other to avoid any miscommunication. Business Owners that used to  borrow  from banks increasingly turn to alternative capital  providers to fund their business dreams. These non-traditional providers allow … Read More