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8 Best Alternative Financing Options for Small Businesses

April 2, 2026

Explore flexible financing options beyond banks. Discover types, benefits, and how to choose the right solution for your business.

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What You Need to Know About Tax Liens and Small Business Loans in 2026

March 9, 2026

A federal tax lien can derail your business loan application in 2026. Learn IRS thresholds, subordination options, and how to protect your financing options.

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The Power of Three: Be Sure to Have these Financial Reports Before Seeking Capital

June 16, 2025

Are you a good risk? The numbers in these essential documents must tell potential lenders a convincing story.

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Working Capital Cycles: How to Improve Your Business’s Cycle

February 25, 2025

When you can understand and fine-tune the rhythm of your business's cash flow, you're that much closer to success.

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Business Loan Terms Explained: Lengths, Rates, and How to Choose

February 4, 2025

Compare short, medium, and long business loan terms, see how length affects interest and cash flow, and learn how to choose the right term, with 2026 data.

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How Much Do You Need to Borrow? Here's Nine Ways to Decide

January 21, 2025

Looking to grow your business? Discover tips on estimating the right amount of working capital for hiring, marketing, or expanding without overborrowing.

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Having Trouble Paying Your Small Business Loan? Consider These 6 Moves

January 14, 2025

If you’re having trouble paying off a loan, consider one or more of these actions to keep your business moving forward.

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Seven Business Loan Scams and How to Avoid Them

December 3, 2024

Unscrupulous con artists are out to deceive business owners looking for working capital in a pinch. Here's how you can avoid them.

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Should I Get a Small Business Loan? Is It Worth It?

November 5, 2024

Wondering if a small business loan is right for you? Discover if it's worth it & what important questions to consider before applying.

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New Location, Unexpected Costs

  • Funding Amount: $45,000

  • Industry: Recreation

  • Use of Funds: Facility Upgrades

Bridging the Receivables Gap

  • Funding Amount: $150,000

  • Industry: Construction

  • Use of Funds: Working Capital, Bridge Financing

Bridge Capital on Bonded Contract

  • Funding Amount: $500,000

  • Industry: Engineering & Infrastructure

  • Use of Funds: Bridge Capital

Small Start, Big Potential

  • Funding Amount: $11,000

  • Industry: Business Consulting

  • Use of Funds: Marketing

Staff Change, Full Schedule

  • Funding Amount: $50,000

  • Industry: Dental Practice

  • Use of Funds: Working Capital

Nowhere Else to Turn

  • Funding Amount: $20,000

  • Industry: Restaurant

  • Use of Funds: Seating Expansion, Payroll