Category: Financial

December 5, 2022

KServicing has hit back against allegations that it had facilitated high rates of fraudulent PPP loans. KServicing and other fintech companies were accused in a report by the House Select Committee on the Coronavirus Crisis, of defrauding the federal government […]

December 2, 2022

With 2022 drawing to a close, it’s the last chance for businesses to apply for many helpful grant programs. Small business grants are useful all year long. But the extra funds can be especially important for planning major projects in […]

November 30, 2022

Starting and running a successful business costs money, and deciding when and how to borrow money is one of the most important financial decisions you’ll make as a business owner. While demand for business loans has increased by 8% in […]

November 29, 2022

At the same time, there’s been a steady increase in mortgage fairness for Black women and women, in general. That’s according to State of Mortgage Fairness Report, newly released research from FairPlay AI. Founded in 2020, the company’s platform aims […]

November 28, 2022

New bills have been introduced to help ensure equitable access to Small Business Administration (SBA) lending programs for employee-owned small businesses. New Bill Would Expand Access to SBA Loan Programs for Some Small Businesses The bills were introduced by House […]

November 18, 2022

Crowdfunding campaigns have recently emerged as a way to secure funding for projects and businesses. A successful crowdfunding campaign can be incredibly useful as a way to gain investment for your business and attract customers. There are a few different […]

November 14, 2022

Earnings are important indicators of how well your business is doing. You can report them as a net profit or loss. Calculating your earnings helps you make the right decisions about the future of your business. Businesses do not just […]

November 4, 2022

Amazon recently launched a new financing solution for small business sellers in the form of a merchant cash advance. The advance is provided by Parafin, a U.S.-based provider of growth capital for sellers, and lets sellers quickly access capital with […]

November 3, 2022

Women and racial minorities have faced many barriers in the business world through the years. And many still face inequities today. However, there are several ongoing and one-time grant programs that aim to support these entrepreneurs throughout their journeys. Here […]

November 2, 2022

If you’re a small business owner, chances are you’ve considered taking out a loan to help finance your operations. But how do you know if you’re eligible for a small business loan? And what’s the process like? In this article, […]

November 1, 2022

The federal government has several programs that support farmers and local food enterprises. USDA LAMP Grants are a perfect example. The Local Agriculture Market Program includes several options for funding agriculture projects of various shapes and sizes. Read on for […]

October 31, 2022

Indiegogo is a crowdfunding website that offers users the opportunity to raise funds for an idea, start-up business, or charity. Crowdfunding comes in handy for small businesses looking to source extra funds to expand, buy equipment or have a new […]

October 28, 2022

If you want to give your business a chance at winning a grant you have to make sure your company aligns with the mission of the organization. This includes the Small Business Administration (SBA), American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), local […]

October 25, 2022

Since 2007, more than 8 million minority-owned firms have launched small businesses in the US. In fact, minority small business owners are represented in every industry sector, according to the US Department of Commerce. Lenders have taken notice. Funding options […]

October 25, 2022

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) recently announced the Federal Register publication of SBA-proposed reforms to the Small Business Investment Company (SBIC) program. Small Business Investment Company Reforms Proposed by SBA to Address Diversity The proposed reforms are designed to […]

October 11, 2022

Recently, the Federal Open Market Committee boosted interest rates by 75 basis points. The decision could have a huge impact on those applying for small business loans. Chris Hurn, Founder and CEO of Fountainhead Commercial Capital, returns to the program […]

October 11, 2022

A recent study conducted by the Broad College of Business at Michigan State University reports that contactless payments are still on the rise throughout 2022, with them maintaining a stronghold as the go-to method for consumers in their everyday lives. […]

October 10, 2022

It’s no secret that crowdfunding is a popular way to raise money for all sorts of projects. But what are some of the most successful crowdfunding campaigns? To answer that question, we took a look at 15 amazing crowdfunding platform […]

October 7, 2022

Across the world, inflation is on the increase with food and energy prices hitting record highs. Much of the rise is attributed to pent-up consumer demand after the pandemic and the Russian invasion of Ukraine, which caused commodity prices to […]

October 7, 2022

The importance of timing in business is well known, but it also applies to many aspects of life, including grants. This is because grants are made available for a limited amount of time. And if you don’t apply on time, […]