Small Business
Small business loans and credit cards can help launch your startup, cover overhead costs, purchase equipment, refinance debt — and more. Explore your options below and find the right business loan or business credit card for you.
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Loans for small businesses
Small business loans provide capital to help cover just about any business expense.
You have a variety of options to choose from, including working capital, term loans, business lines of credit and equipment loans, just to name a few.
Banks and credit unions are well-known places to get business loans. But eligibility requirements can be strict. Business owners with fair or bad credit will have better luck with online lenders, also known as fintech lenders and nonbanks. And for even more options, community-development financial institutions (CDFIs) and Minority Depository Institutions (MDIs) have a track record of helping minorities and other business owners in low-income communities who struggle to gain access to funds from traditional lenders.Credit cards for small business
Business credit cards are a great way to cover short-term business expenses. Like business lines of credit, you gain access to a pool of funds that you can repeatedly use up to your credit limit, and you’re only charged interest on the funds that you use.
Unlike small business loans, you have a chance to pay off your debt without any interest charges as long as the business credit card offers a grace period and you pay your balance in full each month. usiness credit cards also come with features not found with business loans. This may include free employee cards, cash back or travel rewards for purchases, and business-related perks.
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Hard money business loans: What to know
Startups or businesses with bad credit may want to consider hard money business loans. Learn what they are here.
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What is an income statement?
Income statements are essential financial documents for small businesses. Learn more about them here.
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How to do a cash flow analysis
A cash flow analysis can help you determine if you can repay a loan.
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How to consolidate business debt
Compare options and learn if a business debt consolidation loan is right for you.
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How much will a short-term business loan cost?
Short-term loans are great for emergencies and seasonal changes but aren’t cheap.
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How to get a startup business loan: 5 steps
It’s possible to get a startup business loan if you research lenders and know how much funding you need.
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17 small business grants for women
Grants can help capital funding for women-owned small businesses.
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OnDeck vs. Fundbox: Which small business lender is right for you?
If you’re looking for a term loan or line of credit, an online lender like OnDeck or Fundbox could be a good fit.
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How long does it take to get a fast business loan?
A quick small business loan may give you access to funding in less than a week.
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Semi-truck financing requirements
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