Small Business Loans
Small business loans can help launch your startup, cover overhead costs, purchase equipment, refinance debt — and more. Here, you can compare business loan rates, calculate costs and explore your options to find the right loan for you.
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Businesses remain optimistic in September despite tariff and labor market woes. Here’s why.
By all counts, the past month hasn’t been kind to small business owners.
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What is the SBA weekly lending report and how does it work?
Learn more about where most of the SBA 7(a) and 504 loans go.
9 min read Sep 09, 2025 -
Here’s how recent increases in immigration enforcement could affect your business, and what you can do
Recent changes in immigration enforcement efforts are impacting small-business customer bases and workforce.
3 min read Sep 08, 2025 -
From legal trust to thin crust: What one lawyer learned when he started a pizza business
When opening a Brazilian pizza restaurant in Utah, Glen Wagstaff learned several lessons about how to manage a small business’s finances.
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What is invoice factoring and how does it work?
Get your invoices paid immediately with invoice factoring. Here’s how.
9 min read Aug 28, 2025 -
What is the average small business loan amount?
According to the Federal Reserve, these are the average small business loan amounts.
8 min read Aug 28, 2025 -
What is a factor rate and how to calculate it
Factor rates are simple but costly. We’ll show you what you need to know.
6 min read Aug 27, 2025 -
What are tariffs and how do they impact small businesses?
Tariffs can increase prices for your business. Here’s what you should know.
6 min read Aug 26, 2025 -
What is a merchant cash advance?
Learn what a merchant cash advance is and what fees and terms to expect.
6 min read Aug 26, 2025 -
What is a working capital loan and how does it work?
Need help covering day-to-day costs? A working capital loan could be the answer.
9 min read Aug 26, 2025