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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How to choose the best small business lender
Banks, credit unions and online lenders offer business loans. This guide helps you evaluate your options to determine which is best.
How do business loans work?
Like any loan, a small business loan is money borrowed from a lender that must be repaid with interest. Learn about types and how to qualify.
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Do you need a down payment for a business loan?
Down payments are required for some business loans, but not all. Here are the business loans that do and don’t require down payments.
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The best and worst states for SBA 7(a) loans in 2023
The most populous states tend to get the most SBA funding.
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Best small business loans for under $5,000
Small business loans of $5,000 or less can provide a much-needed boost to entrepreneurs with limited resources.
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Best banks for nonprofits in 2025
These banks are good choices for nonprofits. Here’s how to find one that serves your organization well
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Best grants for Indigenous business owners
Indigenous-owned businesses have access to grants and resources that can help grow and support them. Learn about the best ones here.
7 min read Oct 24, 2023 -
Best grants for LGTBQ+ business owners
Different types of resources and grants are available to LGTBQ+ business owners. Here’s all you need to know.
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How does semi-truck financing work?
Knowing how semi-truck financing works can help you find the right loan for you.
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Study: Racial biases continue to impact loan approvals for minority business owners
This shows the struggle minority business owners face to gain access to capital.
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Guide to Venmo for business
If you’re thinking of setting up a Venmo business account, here’s what you need to know.
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Fundation expands small business lending
The loan features include fixed-rate installments, with payments that are structured like a fixed-rate mortgage. Like personal loans, small business loans through the company require no specific colla [...]
1 min read Mar 04, 2016