A Lendistry Blog
How to Build Real Business Relationships in Person and Virtually
The importance of relationships and thinking of your small business outside of yourself, the business owner, cannot be overstated. Relationship...
8 Ways Your Small Business Can Commit to Sustainability
According to Statista, 44% of consumers throughout the world are more likely to do business with companies that are committed to sustainability. As...
How to Avoid Predatory Lenders
Predatory lenders target individuals and businesses with poor credit who may be desperate enough to accept a loan that only digs their financial...
The 5 Factors That Affect Your FICO Score
Your credit score is a crucial component in applying for small business funding. Lenders use your score to assess your responsibility as a borrower...
8 Ways to Keep Your Team Engaged
Keeping your team happy is one of the most effective ways to keep your small business successful. When people feel connected to their workplace,...
Updates to SBA Form 1919 & Tips for Completing it Successfully
The Small Business Administration and lenders who provide SBA loans ask applicants to complete Form 1919 as a required part of the application...
New Business Ownership Information Reporting Law May Affect Your Small Business
Staying on top of laws that affect your business is one of your most important responsibilities as a small business owner. The U.S. Government...
Where to Launch Your Small Business’s Social Media Presence
It’s no secret that every business should be on social media. Instagram reports that 90% of social media users follow at least one brand, which...
What to Know When Choosing Between an SBA Loan and a Conventional Business Loan
When seeking funding for your small business, a key early step is determining the kind of financing you need. There are many types of loans, each...
Why Your Small Business Should Start Exporting ASAP
According to the U.S. Small Business Administration, 96% of consumers live outside of the U.S. This means that the market for selling goods...