One of the biggest challenges a new small business must face is obtaining the capital necessary to support their initial growth. New employer small businesses are the primary source of U.S. job growth, but are much more likely than larger firms to face financial challenges like access to capital, according to a 2019 Federal Reserve report. In order to proudly turn on your physical or metaphorical “open for business” sign, you’ll likely need to have access to money in the form Read More

If you’re finishing up your degree or recently jumped  into the professional world with a great idea for a business, you’re not alone. Entrepreneurship is more popular than ever before, with new businesses springing up in every sector. Starting a business isn’t as hard as it once was. Today, funding is readily available to those who need it. But just because you can get financing doesn’t mean it’s right for you. You have to know where to look. Nav provides Read More

Getting the right type of funding for your business isn’t always easy. While there are plenty of commercial lenders and business loans on the market, the best one for you can depend on a variety of factors. How long you’ve been in business, your annual revenue, your personal credit score, and your required funding time are all things to consider before you apply. It’s also important to consider lenders who can provide the type of loan you need. To save Read More

Getting the right credit card for your business may be more important than you think. There are scores of business credit cards on the market, and many offer unique perks and rewards structures that can help your business grow. Whether it’s an introductory 0% APR, an impressive sign-up bonus, or business tools and resources, there’s one credit card that’s better for your business than all the others. Finding the right one can be daunting, though. To help speed up the Read More

A small business line of credit helps entrepreneurs maintain  a constant supply of cash to keep up with recurring expenses and the ebb and flow of seasonal changes in business. For the 50% of businesses owner who have experienced cash flow problems, a small business line of credit can be a necessary lifeline. . You may be thinking: “My business is profitable, we don’t need additional cash reserves.” But many businesses with and without cash flow issues keep a line Read More

If you’ve applied for a small business loan before, you’re reasonably familiar with how a lender decides whether or not they want to work with you. Many will want to look at your credit scores (personal and business), business tax returns, monthly bank statements, and more. They’ll want to know how much money you business is bringing in, how much money is going out, and where it’s going. Most lenders will also want to know what existing debt you and Read More

Small business owners have a lot of options to consider when it comes to small business loans. From selecting a lender to determining the type of loan you need, the path to financing can be a confusing one. Of the many places you may look, the United States Small Business Administration (SBA) can be a great resource for information on loans, and specifically, different SBA loan programs that are exclusively available to small businesses. Of those SBA loan programs, the Read More

As the founder of a budding new company, there are plenty of good reasons for you to consider using a business credit card. Not only can it help you keep personal and business finances separate, it can come in handy covering cash flow, building your credit history, and saving money through various perks and rewards. But what are the best business credit cards for startups? Not all cards are created equal. You’ll want to choose one that best fits the Read More

Credit mishaps happen for a number of reasons, and perhaps one has happened to you. The good news is that there are a few business credit cards for bad credit which will give you the chance to build your business credit so that you can qualify for credit increases or new cards without having your personal credit called into question. (Solid business credit scores can open a number of other doors as well). To save you time, we’ve put together Read More

You have a vision, a plan, and the motivation to start your own business or take your current one to the next level. Everything is ready to go, all you need is money. For many entrepreneurs, getting a small business loan is the key to fulfilling short and long term goals. So how do you get a small business loan? Is it difficult? Do you need to meet certain requirements? If you’ve asked these same questions, then you’re in luck; Read More