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ACH Transactions: What Businesses Should Know

5 minute read

February 12, 2021

Back before Venmo, PayPal, and Quickbooks, wire transfers and charge cards were the cutting edge of payments technology. Then in 1972, the Automated Clearing House (ACH) was established to process domestic payments.

Collateral Coverage Ratio: What You Should Know

5 minute read

February 10, 2021

Now that we've defined collateral, let's discuss the collateral coverage ratio. At its core, the collateral coverage ratio is the percentage of a loan that's backed by a discounted asset. It allows lenders to figure...

How to Select the Right Minority Business Loans and Grants

5 minute read

January 31, 2021

Minority-owned businesses in the United States generate more than one trillion dollars in annual revenue. Therefore, if you’re a minority business owner, you’ve played a critical role in the success of the U.S. economy.

How to Apply for Bridge Financing

5 minute read

January 22, 2021

As a small business owner, you may find yourself needing funds to cover costs for a short time before you can secure permanent financing, improve cash flow, or receive customer payments.

Should You Pay Off Your SBA Loan Early?

5 minute read

January 19, 2021

If you’ve secured an SBA loan, congratulations! You’ll reap a variety of benefits including a lengthy repayment period.

What Are The Top Pros and Cons of Payroll Business Loans?

5 minute read

January 19, 2021

Failing to pay employees on time and in full comes with serious consequences. As a small business owner, you could face lawsuits, legal actions, fines, a tarnished reputation, and damaged employee relationships. Therefore, it’s smart...

Are SBA Loans Secured or Unsecured?

5 minute read

January 15, 2021

Most likely, you understand the difference between secured and unsecured small business loans. However, you might not be sure if you'll qualify for an unsecured loan, especially if you're pursuing SBA financing.

SBA Loan Processing Time: How Long Does the Process Take?

5 minute read

January 10, 2021

The Small Business Administration (SBA) helps business owners obtain additional working capital. If you’re in need of a loan to start or expand your business, you may find that SBA loan options fit your funding...

Delinquent Loans: Everything You Should Know

5 minute read

January 6, 2021

Hopefully, you’ll never have to deal with a delinquent loan as a small business owner. That said, delinquency is an important concept to understand if you’re borrowing money, or plan to borrow money to finance...