Business Loan Articles

• 05.01.12 - Entrepreneurs eschewing traditional business financing options, study finds

  Entrepreneurs eschewing traditional business financing options, study finds - The owners of small companies lack confidence in their ability to secure business financing through traditional channels, and this is leading them to seek out other financing options.

   

• 03.19.12 - Avoiding application mistakes when applying for business loans

  Avoiding application mistakes when applying for business loans - When applying for business loans to finance your startup or franchise, it's important to know what lenders are looking for in potential borrowers.

• 03.14.12 - Borrowing a small loan to take care of immediate expenses

  Borrowing a small loan to take care of immediate expenses - When you think of applying for loans as a means of business financing, you might assume that you need to borrow tens of thousands of dollars and repay it over more than a dozen years in order to receive approval.

• 03.09.12 - Applying for a business loan through the SBA Express Loan program

  Applying for a business loan through the SBA Express Loan program - If you're looking for a way to gather the funding you need to pay for business operations sooner rather than later, you might want to think about taking out a loan.

• 03.07.12 - Examining the advantages of fixed and variable business loans

  Examining the advantages of fixed and variable business loans - When it comes to business financing, many entrepreneurs choose to take out loans in order to pay for their expenses.

• 02.15.12 - Understanding the role of the SBA in regards to business financing

  Understanding the role of the SBA in regards to business financing - It can be difficult for entrepreneurs to obtain approval for business loans, even if they have a high credit score and history of being able to pay back debt in a timely manner.

• 02.13.12 - Examining the benefits of a home equity loan

  Examining the benefits of a home equity loan - Even though you might have the money you need to start or buy a business and keep it afloat throughout the first few months, you may find that you need additional funds in the future.

• 02.13.12 - Index reports increase in approval rates for small business loans

  Index reports increase in approval rates for small business loans - Approval rates of small business financing requests in January by small banks and non-bank lenders rose to a 12-month high, according to the Biz2Credit Small Business Lending Index.

• 02.10.12 - Examining the terms and conditions of unsecured loans

  Examining the terms and conditions of unsecured loans - There are many different types of business financing tochoose from when it comes to starting or operating a company, and several ofthem involve borrowing money.

• 02.09.12 - Alternative business funding on the rise

  Alternative business funding on the rise - Entrepreneurs looking to secure small business loans will have to be resourceful and think out of the box in order to get a good rate, according to Fox Business.

• 02.09.12 - Examining the business benefits of leasing equipment

  Examining the business benefits of leasing equipment - When it comes to manufacturing goods for your business to meet consumer demand, you'll need the right equipment to get the job done.

• 02.08.12 - Defining and raising capital to create financial stability for your small business

  Defining and raising capital to create financial stability for your small business - You might have the motivation and business plan in place to launch a start-up, but you'll need capital in order to reach your goals.

• 02.02.12 - Understanding the terms and conditions of the 7(a) Loan Program

  Understanding the terms and conditions of the 7(a) Loan Program - Although many entrepreneurs are passionate and motivated to make their business dreams come true, financial instability can get in the way of turning a company idea into a reality.

• 01.19.12 - Preparing for the loan application process prior to meeting with a lender

  Preparing for the loan application process prior to meeting with a lender - While the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) can help you find private lenders that may offer you business loans, it is up to you to meet their requirements in order to receive approval.

• 01.19.12 - Determining if taking out business loans is right for you

  Determining if taking out business loans is right for you - Business loans are commonly the first source of funding that entrepreneurs go to when starting a business or finding themselves in a financial jam shortly after launching.

• 01.18.12 - Increasing your chances of obtaining business loans

  Increasing your chances of obtaining business loans - Even if you have money put aside prior to starting a business or buying afranchise, you might need a little financial help along the way.

• 01.13.12 - Creating a plan prior to applying for business loans

  Creating a plan prior to applying for business loans - Even if you have enough money when initially starting a business, you might have to look for other sources of funding to keep up with demands in the future.

• 01.11.12 - Understanding how credit affects your chances of obtaining business loans

  Understanding how credit affects your chances of obtaining business loans - Whether you're just starting a business or you've been operating a company for an extended period of time, you know how difficult it can be to maintain your finances, especially during tough economic conditions.

• 11.28.11 - Industries and states where businesses are blossoming

  Industries and states where businesses are blossoming - Those looking to start a business in recent months have seen a resurgence as effects of the recent recession have continued to slowly fade away. However, Inc. magazine says new companies have found both a number of promising locations and industries over the past few years.

• 11.09.11 - Weighing the pros and cons of borrowing money to start a business

  Weighing the pros and cons of borrowing money to start a business - As a prospective small business owner or entrepreneur, it can be exciting to think about turning your vision into a reality.