Some lenders have strict credit, time in business and revenue requirements for business loans. Other financing options include business lines of credit, business credit cards, merchant cash advances, ...

A new $10 million SBA loan cap could transform U.S. manufacturing—but only if small firms get the workforce, modernization, ...

The Small Business Administration is rolling out a new loan program specifically for small manufacturers. The 7(a) Manufacturers' Access to Revolving Credit (MARC) loan program will offer working ...

You should repay your SBA loan early if the interest savings outweigh any prepayment penalties — and it makes sense for your financial situation. Many, or all, of the products featured on this page ...

This article was paid for by Intuit QuickBooks. There’s nothing simple about running a small business. Staying on top of daily administrative tasks like payroll and invoicing is complicated enough.

Possibly, but you’ll need approval from your lender and the SBA. Many, or all, of the products featured on this page are from our advertising partners who compensate us when you take certain actions ...

The SBA’s new SOP shifts more responsibility to lenders and requires stricter documentation on equity, collateral and eligibility. Franchisors must be listed in the SBA Franchise Directory by July 31, ...

The Trump administration sunsets several Biden-era SBA loan policies Sakshi Udavant covers small business finance, entrepreneurship, and startup topics for Investopedia. For over a decade, she has ...