Small Business Financing: Page 7
5 Small Business Financing Trends to Watch
Start up funding is available from more sources now than ever before, but let caution and number-crunching guide your financing decision.
Bootstrapping Is Much More Fun Than Investors
Bootstrapping does require a full confidence in your own passion with no investors to lean on or blame. But isn't that why you signed up to be an entrepreneur in the first place?
4 Reasons You Need a New Credit Card for Your Business
Even if you never needed a loan before, establish business credit now, because you never know.
Small Banks More Likely to Give Businesses the Funds They Need, Fed Says
Business owners were more positive in 2015, but cash flow and retaining good employees remain large concerns.
This Company Asked Its Employees for Cash and Everybody Won
For the right kind of business, a radical move like asking employees to finance the company can be smart and effective.
5 Time Management Tips for Stay-at-home Mom Entrepreneurs
Micro-managing multiple roles can be a challenging task. Here's how to best manage your time
Does a Short-Term Loan Ever Make Sense for Your Business?
If you're a cautious and diligent borrower, a short-term loan could be just what you need to push your small business in the right direction.
Why Big Brands Are Offering Big Funds to Small Businesses
Small businesses are cashing in from corporate loans and grants.
Top 5 End-of-Year Tax Strategies for Small Businesses
The time to think about tax season isn't at the first of the year -- it's all year long. These five strategies can help.
4 Tips for Managing a Seasonal Sales Cycle
Are your sales down during the dark days of winter or the heat waves of summer? Consider these tips to manage a seasonal sales cycle.
The Real Reason Banks Deny Loans to Many Small-Business Owners
Do you know your business credit score? And what are you doing to raise it?
Why It's a Bad Idea to Mingle Small-Business and Personal Banking
You think opening separate accounts for your new business is a hassle? Just wait until you do your taxes or try getting a loan without a business credit history.
The Secret Credit Score Every Business Owner Should Know About, and How to Build Yours
It's really, really, important. So, learn what it means to your company's future.
4 Reasons 'Alternative Financing' May Be Right for Your Business
Are your revenues less than $5 million? A traditional bank may reject you faster than you can say 'underwriter.'
Busting 5 Myths About Small-Business Lending
The crucial funding you need is available and not just from angels and VCs.