If you are a startup or smaller business that is just making a name for itself and needs extra cash, finding a lender can be challenging. Traditional lenders, such as banks, require good credit scores and collateral to get approved for small business loans and many other types of financing. Whether you need to buy additional inventory to get through the holiday season or you are low on cash because you are in the slow time of your seasonal business, how do you get the funding you need if have bad credit and no assets to put up for collateral? […]

Bar owners looking for ways to add new income avenues without moving to a new space should consider upgrading to a sports bar.  And the fact that you can get a sports bar merchant loan without much ado makes it something you really want to try. A ready market Russia hosted this year’s FIFA world cup that ended only a few weeks ago, and to many retailers, it was an excellent opportunity to make profits out of the event that attracted fans from different nations.  Sports bar owners are among the retailers who benefitted from this event as fans who […]

You already made some of your dreams come true by starting your business. Now, you are probably itching to keep the momentum going by taking steps to grow your business. You can begin expanding your empire with the right merchant loan and these four tips: 1.    Get on Social Media and Share Content that Matters For the most part, this is a no-brainer. But, this isn’t just about getting on social media and getting “likes” and a few “retweets.” Those are important, but it is much more vital to engage with customers and offer nuggets of information that are […]

What is seller financing, you ask? And is it right for me? Seller financing involves a business’ original owner offering a buyer a loan to cover a portion of the price of the business. As the deal closes, the buyer makes a down payment in cash. The seller’s loan covers the remaining amount of the sale price, plus interest (as per the terms set by the lender). Because seller financing rarely covers the entire price of the business, many buyers use another form of financing along with the seller’s loan. Why do small business owners seek seller financing? There are […]

Especially in the early years, money is tight for small businesses. When their owners want to grow their firms, buy extra inventory, hire personnel, or fund a marketing campaign, they often need to borrow the money. Accessing financing can is tough when a business is small and new, and it can seem impossible if its owners also have poor credit. In 2016, 45% of small businesses applied for some type of financing, according to the 2016 Small Business Credit Survey, released by the Federal Reserve. Of those applicants, only 40% received the full amount they requested. Bad credit, which is […]

Are you looking for ways to fund your business quickly and affordably? How to get approved for business funding fast and easily? Read below and you’ll find out. Merchant Funding: Where to Find? What’s merchant financing? The term says all you need to know: this is financing for merchants. This term refers to any business funding that any business with a merchant storefront (the credit card processing system is required) can fund with. By saying merchant financing, many people think of a merchant cash advance (MCA). In fact, the term can refer to any type of business financing that collects […]

When the need for financing comes, it becomes crucial to find a reputable business funding or merchant loan provider to turn to. What’s a merchant loan? Where to find the right merchant loan provider? Just read below to get answers to these questions. Getting a Merchant Loan: How and From Where? First of all, the important thing is not just get any financing. The important thing is to get the right kind of financing that can best fit the specific needs of your business. Getting the right kind of business financing can be a challenge especially for high risk merchants. […]

Do you need working capital for your business and you don’t have time to wait for weeks to get approved? A merchant cash advance (MCA), also known as a business cash advance, can be the right solution to your problem. However, quick access to working capital isn’t the only advantage offered by a merchant cash advance. Merchant Cash Advances and Business Loans As you may already know, not all types of businesses can easily get approved for business funding from a traditional bank or other financial institution. There are a number of reasons for this. First, traditional banks are willing […]

It never really seems to be a question of if your business could use extra funds; it’s usually more about how it could benefit from extra funds, when your business needs it the most and where you can get it. There are many different ways to externally fund your business, but not all of them will suit your specific needs and situation. Consider the two ways you can externally fund your business: debt and equity. If you choose to use debt, you will retain ownership of your company with an obligation to repay the investor. If you choose equity, you […]

Your credit score is the deciding factor for so many aspects of life. If you’re suffering from a bad credit score, you probably already know this to be true. But have you considered how cleaning your credit can create opportunities? Would you believe “credit” and “opportunity” can be used in the same sentence? If your skeptical, consider the following tips on how you can get your life and business back on track. The Truth about Credit Reports As stated above, bad credit affects your ability to get a loan (business or personal), job promotions, rates insurance companies charge for auto […]