Have you decided to pursue financing for your business? What type of merchant funding are you interested in? Whatever it is, you should be aware of some important terms before applying for a business loan. Knowing the essential terms, you’ll be able to make an informed decision about financing your business. Also, the process will prove to be much more comfortable for you. Here are several key business lending terms to know: Business Credit Score Business credit scores, also called commercial credit scores, vary from 0 to 100. These scores help your potential lender determine whether your business is worth […]

More than 25.5 billion Automated Clearing House (ACH) payments totaling about $43 trillion were made in 2016, according to NACHA statistics. NACHA is the organization that manages the ACH, which is the main network that processes most of the electronic debit and credit transactions in the United States, and is funded by the financial institutions it governs. That 2016 figure is an increase of about 1.3 billion from 2015, which represented growth of 5.4%. As consumers move further away from paper money and shift to move toward an electronic, interconnected and mobile infrastructure, it’s no surprise that the number of […]

According to the US Small Business Administration, there are 28.8 million small businesses in the US. Small businesses, which include those with fewer than 500 employees, represent 99.7% of all business in the US. Between the middle of 2009 and the middle of 2013, small businesses created 60% of the jobs. When it comes to larger stores, 20 of the largest US-based supermarket and grocery store chains are ranked alongside the 250 largest retailers in the world thanks to the revenue they have. Of the 250 world’s largest retail chains, 25% are classified as strictly being supermarket and grocery store […]

Those who have applied for a small business loan, taken out a mortgage, or signed up for a business credit card, know what credit check or credit inquiry is. A credit inquiry helps lenders and financial entities determine whether you can be eligible for loans or whether they can approve you for home rental, credit card, and so on. Credit Inquiries and Credit Scores Credit inquiries stay on credit reports for a maximum of 24 months (2 years). They’ll only affect your FICO credit score for a maximum of 12 months. To get a better idea of how credit inquiries […]

Are you interested in a startup business loan? Do you know what’s your credit score? Or maybe you don’t have a credit history? What about small business startup loans with no credit? Credit Scores Many Americans aren’t even aware of their credit score. In fact, apart from your Social Security number, your credit score is one of the key numbers you need to know. Your credit score determines whether you can be eligible for loans and what interest rates you’ll be required to pay. Issued by Fair Isaac Co., FICO scores are the gold standard of credit scores. As of […]

Are you looking for a financial product for your small business? Make sure to choose the right financing option so to get the best for your business needs. With a carefully chosen financial product, you’ll be able to make your situation better and take your business to new heights. Let’s see how small business financing options differ from each other so that you can make the right decision. Small Business Loans Small business loans report to the credit bureaus about the credit of your business They require a good FICO score You can be required to use all your company […]

If you’ve decided to apply for financing, be aware there are generally 2 ways to check whether you’re eligible for it or not. The 1st one is the traditional “credit check.” In this case, a hard inquiry is put on your account, and the loan provider reviews your credit score and credit bureau reports to figure out whether you can qualify for business funding or not. The 2nd one is the so-called “no credit check,” when the lender takes into account other factors so to determine your eligibility. What is Credit Check? A typical credit check is also called a […]

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 […]

Receiving a rejection letter for a business loan you were counting on can be discouraging. Data from the Small Business Administration (SBA) reveals that nearly 50% of small business loan applications are rejected for a variety of reasons. Understanding the most common reasons banks decline loan applications can be useful for your own business endeavors. 1. You applied for the wrong loan product Some banks may specialize in a certain type of lending or industry. For example, a lender may choose to fund large corporations that reach a certain revenue threshold or carry a specific number of assets. Other banks […]

So, a business cash advance is something that most every merchant needs at one time or another.  But, what happens when you have bad credit? Well, for some merchant account providers this means that you are no-go when it comes to getting a business cash advance. You need to look for one option, and that option lies with FAM. A merchant cash advance is not a short term loan or a high interest advance. It is a simple sale. Merchant cash advances purchase your future sales at a discount. Both parties agree to the amount of sales being purchased and […]