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Getting a Business Loan to Fund Business Start-up or Expansion

Loans - traditional bank loans, that is - are the most common way to fund business start-up or expansion. Learn about the loan process and factors lenders consider in evaluating business loans, including personal credit and business credit.
What Information Do I Need for a Business Loan Application?
Describes the required information for an SBA loan application.
What You Need to Prepare to Present a Business Loan Proposal …
You are ready to start your business, and you need money for the start-up and working capital. Or, you have an existing business and you need money for expansion or relocation. In any case, there are some essential documents you need to prepare and take with you when you talk to the lender. Being completely prepared, and having all the information before it is asked for can have a huge positiv…
Do I Need to Give a Personal Guarantee for a Business Start-up Loan?
Why you will probably need to give a personal guarantee for a business start-up loan.
Typical Documents Included in a Business Loan
This article describes the documents included in a typical business loan.
The 4 C's of Credit for Business Loans
Describes the four C's of credit - character - capacity - collateral - capital
Get Your Personal Financial Papers in Order Before Talking to a Bank
Before you take your business plan to a bank to discuss financing, you have some personal financial papers to prepare. Get your credit rating in order, prepare a personal financial statement, and set your personal budget.
Can I Get a Business Loan from a Credit Union?
Credit Union Loans for Businesses
How Can I Get a Loan to Start My Business?
How to get a loan to start or expand a business
What Do I Need to Get a Small Business Loan?
Small Business Loan Requirements
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