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Spring Cleaning Your Small Business

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Spring is in the air, which means it’s time for small businesses to give their operations a good old-fashioned spring cleaning. No, we’re not talking about vacuuming the floors and dusting off the shelves (although that’s important too). We’re talking about taking a closer look at your finances, operations, and overall business strategy to ensure… Continue reading Spring Cleaning Your Small Business

Women in Business: Empowering the American Economy

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March is Women’s History Month, a time to celebrate the accomplishments and contributions of women in all aspects of life, including business. Women entrepreneurs have been on the rise in recent years, with the number of women-owned businesses growing faster than the overall number of businesses in the United States. Over the years, women… Continue reading Women in Business: Empowering the American Economy

How to Use Small Business Financing to Increase Sales & Revenue

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Small businesses often face the constant challenge of finding enough capital to maintain their operations and achieve growth. As a small business owner, you may be looking for ways to increase your sales and revenue but might be limited by financial constraints. However, with the help of small business financing, you can invest in marketing,… Continue reading How to Use Small Business Financing to Increase Sales & Revenue

Industries Not Eligible for Alternative Financing

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Alternative financing has been a game-changer for small businesses that don’t have access to traditional bank loans and financing. However, some industries are considered too risky for alternative lenders to finance. These high-risk industries are often seen as too much of a liability. There are several reasons why alternative lenders avoid financing high-risk industries.… Continue reading Industries Not Eligible for Alternative Financing

6 Ways To Avoid Business Loans and Financing Scams

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6 WAYS TO AVOID BUSINESS LOANS AND FINANCING SCAMS There comes a time when you will require small business loans or financing to increase capital for various things, including covering operational costs, expanding your company’s facility, purchasing new equipment, or hiring and training employees. Unfortunately, small business loan scams have become increasingly common in recent… Continue reading 6 Ways To Avoid Business Loans and Financing Scams

Understanding Short-Term Financing Terms

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As a small business owner, you may need short-term financing to keep your operations running smoothly. Many terms and concepts associated with small business lending can be confusing to those without a financial background. To help clarify things, we’ve put together a comprehensive glossary of short-term financing terms. Short-Term Financing Glossary: Principal: The amount… Continue reading Understanding Short-Term Financing Terms

Why Small Business Owners Should Start Networking

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Networking is a necessary aspect of running a small business. Building relationships with other businesses and individuals in your industry can provide a wealth of opportunities for growth, collaboration, and support. Building and being part of a community can help you overcome many of the challenges you may face running a business, especially during an… Continue reading Why Small Business Owners Should Start Networking

Supporting Black-Owned Businesses Beyond Black History Month

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Black-owned businesses have been an essential part of the American economy for centuries. Yet, they have often faced significant challenges regarding access to capital, customers, and other resources. Despite these obstacles, black entrepreneurs have continued to start and grow businesses, and today there are an estimated 2.6 million black-owned businesses in the United States. One… Continue reading Supporting Black-Owned Businesses Beyond Black History Month

The Difference Between a Hard & Soft Credit Pull

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Small business financing is essential for the growth and success of any business, but it can also be a confusing and overwhelming process. One crucial aspect is the difference between a hard and a soft credit pull. Both types of credit checks can affect your credit score differently. Understanding the difference between the two… Continue reading The Difference Between a Hard & Soft Credit Pull

6 Tips To Recession-Proof Your Small Business

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Small businesses are at the forefront of ever-changing economic times. Yes, global events, turbulent markets, and financial pressures make running a successful small business a challenge; however, weathering the storm can be mighty rewarding – those that manage to get through a crisis successfully will have an easier time growing afterward. Although nobody can… Continue reading 6 Tips To Recession-Proof Your Small Business

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