My Queue

There are no Videos in your queue.

Click on the Add to next to any video to save to your queue.

See Latest Videos

There are no Articles in your queue.

Click on the Add to next to any article to save to your queue.

See Latest Articles

There are no Podcasts in your queue.

Click on the Add to next to any podcast episode to save to your queue.

See Latest Podcasts

You're not following any authors.

Click the Follow button on any author page to keep up with the latest content from your favorite authors.

Loans

Five Ways to Finance a Franchise
Small Business Heroes

Five Ways to Finance a Franchise

Franchisees share how they pulled together the cash to open their own franchise.
Daniel Bortz | 11 min read
Rising Interest Rates Are Creating Refinancing Headaches for Small Businesses

Rising Interest Rates Are Creating Refinancing Headaches for Small Businesses

As re-appraisals drop, businesses should consider SBA-backed loans as a way out
Mark Abell | 6 min read
Amid Small Business's Surging Optimism, 5 Insights from Main Street Can Guide Your Entrepreneurial Path

Amid Small Business's Surging Optimism, 5 Insights from Main Street Can Guide Your Entrepreneurial Path

It's a good time to get a loan but also to take advantage of tax reform and keep pace with tech.
Tom Sullivan and Melissa Bercier | 7 min read
Where to Start Investing If You Are Still Paying Off Student Loans

Where to Start Investing If You Are Still Paying Off Student Loans

On average, today's graduates typically enter the workforce with nearly $40,000 in student debt.
Phil Town | 2 min read
Should Entrepreneurs Lie? It's a Tricky Question.

Should Entrepreneurs Lie? It's a Tricky Question.

In the hustle of the startup world, entrepreneurs often drop little white lies -- and don't even consider them to be lies. Where's the ethical line?
Jason Feifer | 8 min read

More From This Topic

Should You Take Out a Personal Loan for Your Business?
Finance

Should You Take Out a Personal Loan for Your Business?

There's no definite answer here, but some things you must think about.
Jared Hecht | 5 min read
Term Loans vs. Lines of Credit: Which One Is Right for Your Business?
Finance

Term Loans vs. Lines of Credit: Which One Is Right for Your Business?

With so many business financing options, it can be overwhelming to know where to start.
Jared Hecht | 5 min read
Does It Really Need to Be This Hard to Get a Business Loan?
Finance

Does It Really Need to Be This Hard to Get a Business Loan?

Your time in business, revenue and credit scores are usually among the three areas that will ultimately decide everything.
Levi King | 5 min read
Ready to Bootstrap? Consider These 5 Real-Life Stories.
Bootstrapping

Ready to Bootstrap? Consider These 5 Real-Life Stories.

Bootstrapping isn't always the path to riches. In fact, it's risky -- and a mixed bag when it comes to success.
Anna Johansson | 4 min read
How and Where to Get Startup Business Loans
Loans

How and Where to Get Startup Business Loans

Use small business startup loans to jump-start your business.
GOBankingRates | 8 min read
The Best Business Loans and Financing Options for Freelancers
Freelancers

The Best Business Loans and Financing Options for Freelancers

Getting funding can be harder for freelancers, but there are options.
Amad Ebrahimi | 6 min read
The 6 Best Financing Options for Franchising a Business
Franchises

The 6 Best Financing Options for Franchising a Business

Opening a franchise requires lots of capital. If you need a business loan to make it happen, here are the best options available.
Jared Hecht | 7 min read
Work it Step-by-Step to Get a Better Business Loan
Startup Financing

Work it Step-by-Step to Get a Better Business Loan

Smaller business loans are great stepping stones toward bigger, less-expensive financing in the future.
Jared Hecht | 6 min read
That Fast Online Loan Could Have Super-high Interest Rates and Hidden Fees That Bankrupt Your Business
FinTech

That Fast Online Loan Could Have Super-high Interest Rates and Hidden Fees That Bankrupt Your Business

It's high time fintech small-business lenders should be regulated.
Mark Abell | 5 min read
How to Qualify for a Business Startup Loan
Startup Financing

How to Qualify for a Business Startup Loan

New businesses may find it difficult to qualify for traditional bank loans. But don't lose hope. You still have plenty of options.
Jared Hecht | 5 min read
Often borrowed from a bank, credit union or private agency, loans help entrepreneurs and business owners start or sustain businesses by lending a sum of money that is paid back with interest. Raising enough capital is key for an entrepreneur looking to start his or her own business. There are a number of loans available so understanding which type of loan is best for a business is crucial.