Small Business Lending Statistics & Trends in 2025

Do older businesses succeed because they’re older? Or do they succeed because being older opens up more opportunities for funding?

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High Risk Business Names to Avoid for Funding

Is your business a risky one? How can you tell? Risky business codes and names will tell the tale.

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Why a 2025 Credit Plan is So Important

By Phase 4, the sky is pretty much the limit! You should be able to get:

Most major credit cards with no PG
All vendors should be accessible 

And you should be able to leverage reports for specific vendors. This includes asking for a credit line.

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How to Write the Best Business Email 2025

Writing a business email is something millions do daily. But are they doing it to their best ability? Find out where you stand and some tips to get you on the right path.

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Dump Truck Financing for Startup Business: New or Used Trucks

Specialty lenders that only work in truck lending and leases will often be a good choice. Dump truck owners can also borrow via strictly online loan providers. There is a lot more out there beyond banks.

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How to Register a Business Phone Number With 411 the Easy Way

Your personal phone number or your business phone service is being provided by all sorts of companies these days. With the advent of companies like Verizon Wireless, gone are the days of Ma Bell having a monopoly.

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3 Things a DUNS Number Helps You Do

Does your business have a DUNS number? If it doesn’t, you are missing out. A DUNS number is exceptionally helpful. There are any number of things a DUNS number helps you do. But what is a DUNS number, anyway?

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Top Key Business Metrics Investors Want to See in Your Pitch

In the dynamic world of startups, captivating investors requires more than just a compelling narrative; it demands a mastery of key business metrics.

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Best Business Plan for Flipping Houses: 10 Tips for Success

You will need to make contacts within several different industries when you want to start flipping houses. Even if you are an experienced house flipper, you cannot possibly know everything there is to know. No house flippers will.

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How Do You Meet SBA Loan Credit Score Requirements?

For the 7(a), the SBA’s most popular loan program, the minimum credit score isn’t under personal credit at all—it’s the FICO SBSS. The SBA is looking for a 155 at minimum for loans of up to $350,000.

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