As your small business grows and matures, your need for—and access to—capital will evolve. Here are some capital considerations as your business moves through the small business life cycle.
Not All Businesses Qualify for a Merchant Cash Advance
While your chances of obtaining a merchant advance are far greater than securing a small business loan, there still is the possibility of rejection. A merchant cash advance isn’t for every business. Here’s some advice you can follow to help make sure your small business qualifies.
Could Your Small Business Survive Without Smartphones?
Have you ever checked your smartphone while with a customer or negotiating with suppliers? If you think your small business couldn’t survive without smartphones, tablets, or mobile apps, it may be time for a reality check
Small Businesses Adding Jobs as Economy Strengthens: Time to Consider a Merchant Capital Advance?
U.S. job growth showed strong, positive signs as 2013 drew to a close, indicating that small business owners are more confident in economic recovery. Is your small business prepared financially for growth in 2014? Will you be able to add jobs along with the rest of the small business service sector?
There is No “One Size Fits All” Approach to Small Business Financing
There is no such thing as an “one size fits all” approach to small business finance, although standard loan applications may try to dictate otherwise. What’s your strategy for getting money for your business?
Despite Uncertain Economic Outlook, Most Restaurants Plan Capital Expenditures in Months A
With access to capital limited, the result of tight credit markets and the recent government shutdown, which prevented the processing of SBA loans, restaurant owners are looking for alternative ways to fund their capital expense and growth plans.
Government Shutdown Means Access to SBA Loans Limited
When the Federal government shut down on October 1, 2013, “non-essential federal employees” were furloughed—meaning they could not go in to work. And while many Americans don’t necessarily feel that effect on a day-to-day basis, small business owners who were considering SBA loans will definitely see the impact.
Number of Small Business Loans Goes Up, Value of Small Business Loans Goes Down
Still feeling the squeeze with the big banks? Your business is not alone. Although the overall number of small business loans issued has grown, the amounts of these small business loans have shrunk. The good news is that small business owners are finding alternative lending sources.
At Last, The Economy Is Recovering, But Small Business Financing Is Still Hard To Find
Still finding it difficult to get your business approved for a bank loan? You’re not alone. Here is an alternative source of funding when the big banks say “No”.
Merchant Cash Advance – Understanding Repayment.
There’s a lot of press out there about merchant cash advances – both good and bad. One of the biggest factors that may determine if a merchant cash advance is good for your business is being educated about the product. There are many types or merchant cash advances with slightly different features. As a business owner, you need to understand … Read More