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Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) are a low-cost way for small businesses and nonprofits to access financing. Find out if a CDFI loan is a viable option for your business or organization, and where to find an institution, in this article.

The following lenders will work with you even if you have bad credit — and they won’t take advantage of you.

Declined for a PayPal Working Capital loan, but still need funds for your business? Check out this roundup of the lenders most similar to PayPal Working Capital, both in terms of the loan products offered and the business requirements necessary to qualify for a loan.

Learn about the best small business loan options for franchisees, whether you need funding to open a franchise, purchase an existing franchise, or keep your franchise business functioning optimally.

House flipping might not be as easy as it looks on TV, but it can be a satisfying and lucrative business opportunity. Find out what steps you have to take to start your own house flipping business in this guide.

If you can’t afford restaurant equipment up-front, an equipment lease is a great way to get the appliances you need. Find out how restaurant equipment financing works and check out some of our favorite lessors in this article.

Minority-owned small businesses statistically have a harder time getting financing, especially if the owner has poor credit. Improve your chances by using one of these minority-friendly loan programs.

The SBA 7(a) Loan Program provides some of the most popular and most elementary loans a small business owner can procure. 7(a) loans are backed by the Small Business Administration in amounts up to 85%, mitigating much of the risk a lender would typically take on and thereby giving many small businesses an opportunity to […]

Many business financers won’t lend to nonprofits, but that doesn’t mean your organization is out of funding options. Don’t waste time looking for funding in the wrong places. Learn where to look for nonprofit-friendly financing options right here.

Kickstarter can be a great way for small businesses to raise funds — but it’s not the only crowdfunding platform available. Take a look at the best sites like Kickstarter before you launch your next crowdfunding campaign.