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Ways your small business can prepare for the holiday season

The holidays are a time of celebration, intense shopping, and preparation for a new fiscal year. Proactive, continual planning and management throughout this busy season can make the holidays less stressful, more enjoyable for you and your employees, and more lucrative for your company.

The Pros and Cons of Digital Lending Platforms

With another bank joining established online lenders like OnDeck and Kabbage, business owners may again question whether a digital lender is the right solution for their financing needs. While there isn’t a one-size-fits-all answer to this question, considering the benefits and costs of using a digital lender will help you decide what is best for your company

The Federal Reserve has raised interest rates…what does that mean for your business?

In case you haven’t heard, the Federal Reserve raised the national interest rates this past month. This might seem like the end of the world, but we\’re here to assure you, it’s not. The fed routinely raises or lowers interest rates depending on the health of the economy. However, it is important to understand what that means for your loans and your repayment plans.

Putting your business into the best position to raise capital

At some point in the growth cycle of most businesses, they need access to funds for payroll, capital investment, stock on hand, expansion or rebranding. However, there are a lot of criteria that determine what type and how much funding a business is able to draw. Have...

How to best work with the SBA to improve your business.

The Small Business Association can be an invaluable resource for your business. Dedicated to finding capital and other resources for planning and management, the SBA facilitates small business loans, provides grants from research, and provides disaster assistance. However, like any system, it is important to know exactly how they operate in order to get the most out of work or collaborations with them to better improve your business.

5 questions that you should ask before buying a franchise

Entrepreneurs considering investing in a franchise have a responsibility to due diligence. To minimize risk and maximize your opportunity for success there are some key questions you should answer before moving forward.

What the Fed’s Survey Findings Mean for Your Business

Recently the Federal Reserve completed a survey of loan officers from 72 of the US largest banks. The results showed that many banks have recently loosened their standards for lending approval. This can have a direct impact on how your business’ loans are processed and approved as you seek capital.

Refinancing Your Loan: How to find the best option for your business

Refinancing, when done correctly, can significantly boost your business. It can save you money, allow you to repay your loan more quickly, give you access to additional cash, or even free up your assets for other use.

Loans Brokers vs. Digital Lenders

Loans Brokers vs. Digital Lenders Most business owners will seek a capital loan at some point in their careers. Luckily, we live in a world where there are a variety of lending opportunities readily available. Traditional banks, alternative lenders, and digital...

How to best navigate buying a franchised business

Buying into a franchised business is one of the easiest ways to enter the world of business ownership. Much of the groundwork has already been laid, with the necessary work of determining branding, services, and marketing already completed for you. However,...