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Doctors are among the top-paid professionals in America, but the cost of doing business sure isn’t cheap. There’s the pricey medical equipment, medical licensing costs (not to mention the cost of medical school to earn those licenses!), malpractice insurance, practice management software, medical association fees … and the list goes on. On top of the […]

Need financing to start or expand your farm or agriculture business? Whatever the purpose, learn about the best places to get all the financing you need.

Because it is so difficult for startups to qualify for bank loans, many startup owners turn to SBA programs for their funding needs. A government guarantee on loans takes some of the risk off of lenders while providing startup and small business owners with rates and terms that are competitive with bank loans.

Business loans for women include small business loans and other financing products that women-owned businesses can receive. Compared to traditional financing, alternative (online) business loans are easier for women to obtain, thanks in part to the use of an automated underwriting process that helps eliminate gender bias.

You’re a business owner, and you’ve encountered a financial hurdle in the form of a large business expense. No matter what it is, a big expense can be difficult to pay upfront. Enter long-term-loans. Read on to learn more about the rates, terms, benefits, and drawbacks of long-term business loans.

The SBA helps small businesses get low-cost funding for a variety of needs, but applying for an SBA loan can be time-consuming. How long does it really take to get an SBA loan? And how can you speed up the process? Find out in this article.

Live Oak is less traditional than many of its competitors, offering speed and convenience to prospective lenders in all 50 states. However, the convenience comes with some trade-offs, including a limited breadth of products available to a small number of industries.

Celtic Bank is one of the biggest originators of SBA 7(a) loans and SBA 504 loans. It is one of the more accessible bank lenders out there when it comes to business loans, with less stringent requirements than most of its competitors. However, make sure you ask about their fee structure and interest rates before signing any papers.

Buying a business can be an exciting and rewarding venture, but getting a loan to finance this purchase is tricky if you don’t have spotless credit or an already-established business. Fortunately, alternative lenders have made it easier for aspiring entrepreneurs to secure non-standard business loans, SBA loans, and other types of financing.

Cashless stores are becoming a hot trend in the retail world as both technology and public health trends impact commerce. Consumers are carrying less cash these days, and digital, cashless payment technologies are becoming more prevalent. Keep reading to learn about the best cashless payment solutions that make it easy for your business to go cash-free.