
When Applying for a Loan, What Affects Your Credit & What Doesn’t?
Your credit history and three-digit personal credit score are important parts of your small business’s profile. They affect whether or not you...
Sole Proprietors: Steps to Take Before Hiring Your First Employee
A sole proprietorship is the first step for many businesses and is the simplest of all business entities to set up. It is not a business entity per...
How to Buy a Commercial Real Estate Property for Your Retail Business
The location of your retail business has a huge impact on its performance. Factors like availability of access routes, the appearance of the area,...
New Revenue Streams for Restaurants
It’s never a bad time to consider new income streams for your restaurant or bar. Sometimes, a new strategy can be provided straight from your...
Tips for home-based businesses
In today’s connected world, it is not always necessary to have a big space or a warehouse to run a business. Thanks to the internet, all you need to...
How to Build a Relationship with Your Bank or Lender
If you own a small business, you’ve probably heard business support organizations in your community talk about how important it is to have a...
Airport Concessions Offer Small Business Owners Sky High Opportunities and Lenders a Unique Challenge
When you pick up a magazine and a snack as you make your way to your flight, you may be supporting a local small business! The airport concession...
How to Prepare to Apply for a Loan for Your Trucking Company
The trucking industry is booming. It is currently a lucrative career path that allows aspiring entrepreneurs to start their own businesses with...
How SSBCI Provides Leverage for Growing Small Businesses
The State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) is important for growing small businesses, but few small business owners understand what it is or...
When to Refinance Business Debt
When you run a bustling small business, even minor expenses and debts can add up fast. Whether you took out a loan to get started or found yourself...