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The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is well known for its funding programs that guarantee a portion of loans that can launch and expand businesses. What’s less well known is the SBA grants program, a far-reaching group of programs that also provide...
A recent report from the U.S. General Accounting Office (GAO) reveals that a large number of lenders are failing to comply with a key requirement for Small Business Administration (SBA) loans. The issue is the lack of documentation of the "credit elsewhere"...
The most recent report from the National Federation of Independent Businesses (NFIB) paints a clear picture of the state of small business in the United States. The report indicates that small business owners have a positive outlook on the nation’s economy and...
Small business owners often struggle to know whether to lease or buy business equipment. It’s a critical decision and one that is shaped greatly by access to capital and cash flow. When you need business equipment, try a lease vs. buy equipment calculator to help you...
Business owners know the importance of accurate financial projections. Accurate information about your company’s financial position helps you make better decisions about strategy, investments, hiring, and operations. Small business financial projection calculators are...
NORTH WALES September 27, 2019 -- Benetrends Financial has been selected for the 2019 Best of North Wales Award in the Financial Consultant category by the North Wales Award Program. Each year, the North Wales Award Program identifies companies that we believe have...
So you've made the decision to purchase a business or franchise, and you think you'd like to fund it using your retirement plan? Congratulations! That's a wise choice for funding a business. You can secure funding fast, there are no loan payments, you can pay...
Valuing your business is an important exercise that is necessary at many stages. What is your business worth? Knowing how to use a business valuation calculator is an excellent way to assess. When a Business Valuation Is Necessary There are many reasons...
As a small business owner, you are keenly aware of the importance of having a clear sense of financial positioning. Understanding where you are financially helps you shape strategy, priorities, and operations. One of the most essential financial calculations you...
When starting your own business, you need every advantage you can leverage. One powerful set of tools to use when you are creating (or growing) your business is business calculators. With the right business calculators, you can make sense of the many numbers that hit...