By Jules Dalsey, Quote 2 Fund Founder What if your bank hadn't cut business lines of credit, recalled or turned them into term loans while cutting additional capital access, would your business be in a different situation today? What if I tell you that sooner or later...
In the complicated, interconnected world we all live and work in today, no lender can say with absolute certainty what the future holds. But what we can do is take note of trends in various industries and markets. And when we spot them, use them...
It’s the slow season, and you need capital to order next season’s stock. Where do you turn? Many businesses will opt for short-term business loans or merchant cash advances to take care of their expenses when revenue slows to a trickle. What they don’t know...
Marcia Cubitt and Carrie Charlick have been in business for 13 years. Their company, Essential Body Wear, puts a racy spin on the traditional "Tupperware party;" now a multi-million dollar business, these two moms from Michigan have put lingerie parties on the map. And yet,...
** Image courtesy of Flickr.com Seasoned pros who've worked in the world of financing, whether working for someone else or on their own, are seeing a downturn in business due to the growing use of online sources, particularly by millennials (ages 16 to 36). This "computer...
From the consultant on her computer in a coffee shop to a contractor using his smartphone to run a meeting while waiting for his flight at the airport, business people are working remotely. Yes, it has become as ubiquitous as palm trees in San Diego. Working remotely...
You’ve got a great idea for a business - an idea that’s more than likely based on experience and a lifelong desire to make a living doing something you love. So, how do you get the financing you'll need to take your idea from dream...
** Image courtesy of Flickr.com Banks, credit unions, the Small Business Administration and online funding brokers are all good sources for commercial real estate loans. But, which one is right for you? Let’s take a look at several of the most popular options, so you can...
Savvy business owners understand the value of setting concise and obtainable business goals. They know that goals are necessary in order to move a company in the right direction and keep it heading there. We're now half way through 2016. Time for you to do a...
You're just starting a new business and you need cash to help things get off the ground. Or you're existing business is growing and you need money in order to keep up with the demands of expanding. Each scenario is unique. But, they do have...