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SBA Loans: Current Interest Rates For July 2024
The Small Business Administration (SBA) provides a number of loan programs designed to help small businesses grow. SBA loans are known for having some of the lowest interest rates available. We’ll explain the rates for three of the SBA’s most popular loan programs: 7(a) Loans (business loans for most general business purposes), CDC/504 Loans (business loans to finance real estate and other fixed assets), and Disaster Loans (loans to rebuild following a disaster).
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The 7 Best $10K Small Business Loans
A $10,000 business loan is a fairly small amount, so it shouldn’t be too difficult for many businesses to receive one. Many online lenders have short applications and can fund as quickly as the same business day of approval. Lenders may evaluate factors including personal credit score, monthly or annual revenue, and time in business to determine if you qualify.
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How To Determine If Your EIDL Loan Is Forgivable
In response to the woes facing the economy, the US government has allocated funds to help support businesses throughout the country. Read through for the full details on how you can receive forgiveness on your EIDL emergency advance.
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How To Build An In-House Restaurant Delivery System In 2024
For many restaurants, adding the option of online delivery may be something they’ve either been casually considering or maybe just started to implement as an experience. However, with the recent sudden health crisis that COVID-19 has brought, being able to stay open for deliveries has become almost a necessity for many businesses. The good news is, even if you’re starting from scratch, it can be a relatively simple process.
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Round 2 PPP Loans Explained: Rules, Requirements, & Where To Apply
While the CARES Act has many moving pieces and parts, the sections dedicated to protecting small businesses and the people they employ will be a salve amid a tragic month of anxiety. One of the specific offerings in the stimulus package is the Paycheck Protection Program. These loans come with stipulations but are equipped with some generous benefits to help protect payroll. Keep on reading to find out what they might mean for your business.
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What SBA Disaster Loans Are & How To Qualify For One
The SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program (EIDL) provides financial assistance to both small businesses and private, nonprofit organizations that are located in a declared disaster area. Coverage depends on the amount of economic injury sustained. That includes things that don’t cause property damage, such as COVID-19, but still result in a massive loss of demand due to circumstances beyond your control or that interrupt your ability to conduct business.
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How To Start A Delivery Service In 9 Easy, Hassle-Free Steps
Owning a delivery business is a great opportunity for many entrepreneurs. Depending on the niche you plan to serve, you can start your own business with just one vehicle and no employees. What’s more, you can quickly scale your delivery business as demand increases.
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PPP Loan Forgiveness: Rules & Guidelines
The Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) is bringing much-needed relief to small business owners affected by the coronavirus. Not only does this loan program provide funding to help cover payroll and other expenses, but if used for qualifying purposes, your loan will be forgiven. In this post, we’re going to help you understand how you can qualify for PPP loan forgiveness.
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Regular 3508, 3508EZ, or 3508S: Which PPP Forgiveness Form Is Right For My Small Business?
You will need to apply for forgiveness through the lender that serviced your PPP loan, not the SBA itself. To do this, you’ll need to submit one of the three available forgiveness application forms, depending on your circumstances: SBA Form 3508, SBA Form 3508S, or SBA Form 3508EZ.
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