Bad-credit business loans allow you to get funding with a lower credit score, but be prepared to pay higher costs ...

Long-term business loans often approve higher amounts and longer repayment terms, but they might be harder to qualify for ...

Franchisees in search of financing have had it rough the past few years. But it's not all gloom and doom on the lending front. Recent numbers for SBA franchise loans--issued by banks but guaranteed up ...

The cost of buying into a franchise includes various components such as the upfront franchise fee, start-up costs for equipment and premises fit-out, inventory, and ongoing fees. Prospective ...

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, ...

Low‑interest lending options are often suited for established businesses and include SBA, bank, credit union and online ...

Taylor Medine is a staff writer for Forbes Advisor with over 10 years of experience writing guides and articles that demystify personal finance topics, such as how to repay debt, build credit and ...

Affordable financing is something most people only think about when they are buying a car or a home. For small businesses, it ...

Rob Lancit, VP of Franchise Development at Stratus Building Solutions, is a seasoned entrepreneur with 30 years of franchising expertise. When purchasing a franchise, there are many factors and ...