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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What is the SBA 7(a) loan program?
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QuickBridge and SMB Compass both offer fast funding as online lenders, but one may be a better fit for your business. Here’s how they compare.
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QuickBridge vs. National Funding: Which small business lender is right for you?
QuickBridge and National Funding are two online small business lenders offering fast funding. Here’s how they compare.
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PayPal vs. OnDeck: Which small business lender is right for you?
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PayPal vs. Bluevine: Which small business lender is right for you?
Compare terms, rates and features of PayPal versus Bluevine business loans.
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Chase vs. Wells Fargo: Which small business lender is right for you?
Chase and Wells Fargo provide a variety of business loans. We’ll help you compare details to find the right lender for you.
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Invoice factoring vs. invoice financing
Learn the differences between invoice factoring and invoice financing and the pros and cons of each.
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Business loan prepayment penalties: What are they?
While not every business loan charges prepayment penalties, you may see them on certain SBA and commercial real estate loans.
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Kiva vs. Accion: Which small business lender is right for you?
Kiva and Accion help startups and underserved communities. Which one is right for you?
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What is SBA Form 1920?
Lenders complete SBA Form 1920 with information from borrowers for 7(a) loan applications.
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