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.

Small business loan basics

Looking for ways to fund your new business? Check out these startup lender types.

A small business loan is money borrowed from a lender that must be repaid with interest.

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How to get a business line of credit

Want a business line of credit? Here’s what to do.

8 min read Jun 27, 2025
Types of equipment financing

Options include term loans, business lines of credit and even SBA loans.

6 min read Jun 25, 2025
What is a business line of credit and how does it work?

A business line of credit can help a small business owner cover short-term needs.

5 min read Jun 25, 2025
SBA vs. conventional loan: What you need to know

Here’s how to determine which of these loan types is right for your business.

8 min read Jun 24, 2025
Types of startup business loans

As a small business startup, finding the right funding is key to growth.

13 min read Jun 19, 2025
How to get an equipment loan

Small business equipment loans are a helpful tool to get needed business equipment

7 min read Jun 18, 2025
What are current semi-truck financing interest rates?

See the average interest rates for semi-truck financing, broken down by different loans and lenders.

5 min read Jun 17, 2025
SBA loan and startup funding for women

Find out more about SBA loans and startup funding for women

4 min read Jun 12, 2025
What is a business loan agreement?

A business loan agreement is a document that explains your loan’s terms and conditions.

8 min read Jun 04, 2025
SBA Community Advantage loan: How to qualify and apply

Learn more about this SBA loan for underserved communities.

4 min read May 30, 2025