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A Review of "The Five Keys to Building Relationships Online"
If you are a practitioner of business networking, you know that you can only connect with so many people at each event. But, what if you had the opportunity to connect with 20 new potential clients every day? How about 50 or even 100? With the...
Getting Software Developed for Your Business
At some point, your business is going to need to have some software development. Maybe your business is small, but existing software doesn't fit your needs. Maybe your company is larger, with significant technology resources already, but you...
Small Business Owner's Note: MSN Releases It's Own Search Engine
Several months ago, MSN began to beta-test its own search engine. Previously, MSN had been using search results from Yahoo.
This month, MSN has gone live with its own search engine.
What does this mean for you, a small business owner?...
Which Business Credit Cards with Reward are the Best?
Thinking of applying for a credit card with a reward program to help you and your business? Here is a brief guide to some of the best programs on the internet.
The Platinum Business Credit Card with rewards from American Express is a great...
Why a Collection Agency Is Your Small Business's Best Friend
Why a Collection Agency Is Your Small Business's Best Friend
Does the term "collection agency" put you on edge? If you're like many
small business owners, the mountain of debt you accumulated during startup
might have been enough to...
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Obtaining a Small Business Loan
Whether you are starting a manufacturing company or opening up a coffee shop, SBA loans are the way to finance your small business. Small business loans are loans that are guaranteed by the Small Business Administration, which was started to assist entrepreneurs in forming successful small businesses. According to federal government research, small businesses employ fully one-half of America's private sector workforce and over 99 percent of all employers in the U.S. are small business owners.
There are several benefits to SBA loans, including the many licensed lending partners nationwide. The SBA establishes guidelines, reasonable loan terms, and is able to offer better interest rates and options to businesses in the early stages of development.
There are some difficulties in obtaining a small business loan, however, beginning with the requirements for potential borrowers. Lenders will consider the size of your business, including number of employees, and your company's average revenue in certain industries, such as construction or wholesale.
When you
call your lender to be considered for a loan, plan on answering a lot of questions about your business. Some information they might ask you for is a business profile (type of business, sales revenue, number of people you employ, and how long you have been in business), a description of the money you need and how you plan to spend it. Also be prepared to provide collateral and explain how you plan to secure the loan.
There are several different types of SBA loan options available, including:
*Basic 7(a) Loan Guaranty
*Certified Development Company (CDC), a 504 Loan Program
*Microloan, a 7(m) Loan Program
More information about these types of loans can found through your private lender, or the Small Business Administration.
To learn more about the SBA Loans offered and to see if you qualify for one, visit Security National Capital today.
About the Author
Michael Southard is the Vice President of Security National Capital.
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