by Balustrade Creative | Nov 11, 2020 | Financial Advice, Small Business Funding
You’ve served your country proudly, and now you’re prepared to serve your community through contributing to the economy and starting a new business. The great news is that there are many programs available to help veterans get the capital required for their small...
by Balustrade Creative | Nov 6, 2020 | Business Cash Advance, Merchant Cash Advances, Uncategorized
What is a merchant cash advance? A merchant cash advance (MCA) was originally designed as an up-front payment to a business in exchange for an agreed-upon percentage of future sales and revenue. The product is characterized by short payment terms (generally...
by Balustrade Creative | Oct 14, 2020 | Alternative Business Financing
As the PPP program ended in August, a rather alarming trend could be seen in overall bank lending, particularly as it related to small businesses. Banks began tightening lending standards across the board according to a Federal Reserve survey. This is in spite of the...
by Balustrade Creative | Oct 2, 2020 | Business Financing
I Have an SBA loan, Can I Apply for a Separate Line of Credit? Most entrepreneurs know that having access to enough money can often make or break a small business. That’s why owners will want to consider all their options when they need help funding a small...
by Balustrade Creative | Sep 24, 2020 | Small Business Funding
Revolving Lines of Credit Can Help Your Small Business Funding your small business can be difficult, especially when you may need access to money quickly. Flexibility and speed are why every entrepreneur needs a revolving line of credit. It can not only help your...
by Balustrade Creative | Sep 17, 2020 | Small Business Administration, Uncategorized
The PPP (Paycheck Protection Program) is an SBA loan that helps businesses keep their workforce employed during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis. The program was established by section 1102 of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act or the...
by Balustrade Creative | Sep 15, 2020 | Small Business Funding, Uncategorized
As a small business owner, you understand how expensive it can be to rent a building, pay your employees and fill orders. In fact, you may have had to turn away orders or otherwise decline a chance to grow your business because there wasn’t enough money to...
by Balustrade Creative | Aug 31, 2020 | Business Financing, Small Business Administration, Small Business Funding
The SBA (Small Business Association) is leading the effort to provide immediate relief to the nation’s small businesses throughout the COVID-19 crisis. The country’s small businesses are facing an unprecedented economic crisis due to the Coronavirus...
by Balustrade Creative | Aug 17, 2020 | Merchant Cash Advances
Sometimes a small business may need an immediate infusion of cash. This can occur due to an unforeseen expense, a critical equipment need or growth opportunity. Regardless of the reason, a working capital advance, or Merchant Cash Advance serves an important role in...
by Balustrade Creative | Aug 11, 2020 | Business Financing, Small Business Funding
A great many veterans, once they leave the service, are eager to use their specialized skills and leadership abilities to begin the life of an entrepreneur. Veterans are in a unique circumstance, and they receive many benefits from the government for both schooling...