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How to Get Funding for a Business

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For example, many ongoing businesses have access to standard business loans from a traditional bank that would not be available to startups. Also, high-tech high-growth startups have access to investment funding that would not be available to stable, established businesses that show only slow growth.

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What to Do When You Need a Disaster Loan

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When disaster strikes in your area and your business is affected, what’s next? For many small businesses, the future can be extremely uncertain. During the process of rebuilding, most small business owners will ask themselves if it’s time to apply for a disaster loan, or if that is a viable option for them.

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To Franchise Or Not To Franchise?

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Whether it’s access to a proven business model, the expertise and resources needed to achieve sustainable growth, or simply wanting a team of support, franchising has become an increasingly attractive option for small business owners who are looking to take their businesses to the next level. Brandon Moxam joined U.S.

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Lending to Small Business Picks up

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It’s finally getting a little easier for small businesses to obtain the funds they need to invest in and grow their operations. Statistics from a variety of sources indicate a gradual loosening of lending to small businesses around the country. percent in December 2012. Have plans? Need funding?

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3 Hurdles to Getting a Bank Loan and How to Overcome Them

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The percentage of total bank business loans that go to small businesses is in a steady decline, from over 50% in 1995, to under 30% in 2012. While it is harder than ever for small businesses to get a bank loan, it’s not impossible. See Also The Complete Guide to SBA Loans.

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Business 2011 - Optimism, But Heed the Lessons

Startup Professionals Musings

Obviously, falling income over the past two years put additional pressure on small business cash flow. Small business owners now recognize the importance of planning amid the new economic environment and want to spend more time doing it. Increased business role in US economic recovery. One out of two U.S.

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Business 2013 - Optimism, But Check Your Strategy

Startup Professionals Musings

Earlier this year, a new study “ 2013 Business Outlook Survey: A New Reality Of Cautious Optimism ” was published by EKS&H. It shows a return to cautious optimism despite growth lower than expected in 2012, and much improved perspective from the record-high pessimism of the last few years. More focus on strategic planning.