Loans & Lending

Information to help you make the right choice for your business – from understanding your options for financing to choosing the best lender for you

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What a Small Business Loan Is

Small business loans are a type of debt financing where a borrower receives a lump sum of money, typically under $500,000, from alternative and traditional lenders, then makes payments on a predetermined schedule with interest. The financing is a way for the company to:  Bridge gaps in cash flow  Purchase or lease equipment, vehicles, inventory, or machinery  Recover… Read more »

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The Reason Why Business Loans Have Different Lengths

The length of a business loan often changes based on the usage of the funds. It should be tailored to the borrower whenever possible to make sure that their cash flow can cover payments over the term without defaulting. The longer the term length, the lower the monthly payment is on most loans, which frees up cash flow.    A… Read more »

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What Loan Recasting Is and When it Makes Sense 

Recasting a personal or small business loan is when a borrower makes a lump sum payment (curtailment) toward their loan’s principal balance. The lender then recalculates the monthly payments based on the new, lower balance while keeping the same interest rate and terms. By reducing the principal owed, the borrower frees up future cash to… Read more »

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