Nearly 80% of small business loan applications are rejected on first submission — not because the business is weak, but because the owner wasn't prepared. This guide covers the Five Cs of Credit, DSCR calculation, required documentation, loan type selection, and the common mistakes that sink applications before they start.
Only 41% of small business applicants receive all the funding they seek. This step-by-step guide covers loan types, lender requirements, approval rates by institution type, required documentation, and concrete steps to improve your eligibility before applying.
A practical breakdown of 7 small business loan types—SBA 7(a), 504, term loans, lines of credit, equipment financing, invoice factoring, and MCAs—with current rate ranges, qualification thresholds, and a 5-step framework for matching the right loan to your specific need.
A practical guide to micro loans for small businesses — covering the SBA Microloan Program (up to $50,000, average $13,000 at 8–13% interest), CDFIs, Kiva, and five qualification steps for entrepreneurs who can't access traditional bank financing.
Black-owned businesses face a 39% loan denial rate versus 18% for white-owned firms. This guide covers every major minority business loan program—SBA 7(a), Community Advantage, CDFIs, MBDA, and more—plus eligibility requirements and strategies to improve your approval odds.
Merchant cash advances can fund your business in 24 hours—but at effective APRs often exceeding 100%. Learn how factor rates work, how to calculate your true cost, when MCAs make sense, and what cheaper alternatives to consider first.
A step-by-step guide to securing a business loan—covering SBA loans, bank terms, online lenders, credit score requirements, and the most common application mistakes small business owners make.
APR bundles a loan's interest rate and all lender fees into a single number, revealing the true cost of borrowing. Learn how to calculate APR, compare competing loan offers, and spot red flags in merchant cash advances and short-term financing.
A business line of credit gives you flexible access to capital—draw only what you need and pay interest only on what you use. Learn how it works, secured vs unsecured options, qualification tips, and when to use it vs a term loan.
Understanding small business financing options is crucial for growth. This guide details various funding sources, from traditional bank loans to modern alternatives, helping you navigate the complexities of securing capital for your business.
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