Loans

Bootstrapping? 2 Funding Sources Entrepreneurs Overlook
Small Business Loans

Bootstrapping? 2 Funding Sources Entrepreneurs Overlook

What's shocking is how often entrepreneurs forgo the cheapest, most readily available loans in favor of high-interest credit cards and personal loans.
Jeremy Sopko | 6 min read
Cash Advance Apps Can Be a Short-Term Bridge for People Short on Money

Cash Advance Apps Can Be a Short-Term Bridge for People Short on Money

If you find yourself short on cash, these services could be a good short-term solution.
Andrew Medal | 6 min read
A Billionaire Commencement Speaker at a Georgia College Announced That He Will Pay Off the Class of 2019's Student Loans

A Billionaire Commencement Speaker at a Georgia College Announced That He Will Pay Off the Class of 2019's Student Loans

Robert F. Smith, a billionaire tech investor and philanthropist, made the announcement in his commencement speech at Morehouse College.
Ellen Cranley | 2 min read
What Franchises Should Look for In a Bank

What Franchises Should Look for In a Bank

Industry vets offer up advice on finding the financial and lending partner that works for your business.
Stephanie Schomer | 4 min read
Five Ways to Finance a Franchise

Five Ways to Finance a Franchise

Franchisees share how they pulled together the cash to open their own franchise.
Daniel Bortz | 11 min read

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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.