Banking

Choosing a bank, financing your business, and all things money management—but simplified.

Online Business Bank Accounts: Top Options and How to Choose
Online Business Bank Accounts: Top Options and How to Choose

Online banks have far fewer requirements than traditional banks. While the barriers to entry are much lower, the benefits are just as good (or better!)

The Top 9 Loans for Minority-Owned Small Businesses
The Top 9 Loans for Minority-Owned Small Businesses

Historically, minority-owned businesses have had a harder time accessing business loans. These nine loan programs seek to address that disparity.

A Short Guide to Micro Loans
A Short Guide to Micro Loans

Need a quick cash boost for your business? A micro loan gets you funds of $50,000 or less—even if your business is brand new, or your credit record has seen better days.

What Do I Need to Open a Business Bank Account (Checklist)
What Do I Need to Open a Business Bank Account (Checklist)

Opening a business bank account is a simple process that can help protect your liability and assets when it comes to making money.

What is APR? Annual Percentage Rate Meaning & How It Works
What is APR? Annual Percentage Rate Meaning & How It Works

Sorta fun fact: the APR on a loan isn't the same as a percentage rate. Here's how to understand the difference, so you can pick the most affordable loan for your business (and avoid paying more than you expect).

Startup Business Loans: 4 Main Options
Startup Business Loans: 4 Main Options

Need a bit of extra capital to get your business up and running? You might be able to get by with a startup loan. Here's everything you should look out for when shopping for one.

How Do Small Business Loans Work?
How Do Small Business Loans Work?

There's a lot to know about small business loans. What kind of rate is fair? How much should you borrow? What's the best type of loan for you? We cover everything.

What to Prepare When Applying for a Business Loan
What to Prepare When Applying for a Business Loan

Ease the stress of applying for a business loan by preparing in advance. Learn what documents to collect now to streamline the process when reports are requested.

Peer to Peer Lending for Business
Peer to Peer Lending for Business

Prepare for your business loan stress-free. Learn what documents you need to collect now for a seamless application process.

What is a Merchant Account? A Guide For Small Businesses
What is a Merchant Account? A Guide For Small Businesses

Your small business can boost sales and attract more customers just by accepting credit or debit card payments. But first, you'll need a merchant account.

The 6 Types of Business Bank Accounts
The 6 Types of Business Bank Accounts

You need a business bank account, but which is right for you? From checking and savings to merchant accounts, here's what you need to know to get started.

The Rise and Fall of Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank
The Rise and Fall of Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank

Learn what happened to Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank, the details behind their collapse, and the ways SMBs can protect themselves against similar situations.

Is Your Small Business Financially Healthy?
Is Your Small Business Financially Healthy?

Seven questions to ask for a quick financial health check of your business.

Building Business Credit: An 11-Step Guide
Building Business Credit: An 11-Step Guide

Business credit scores. How do they work? Why do they matter? How do you improve your score?

Do I Need a Business Bank Account?
Do I Need a Business Bank Account?

When you've just started your business, it's simple to keep using personal bank accounts to cover expenses. But there's easy benefits to be had in starting a bank account and keeping your business and personal funds separate.

The Very Best Small Business Loans [2023]
The Very Best Small Business Loans [2023]

We've compiled the best small business loans of 2022 in eight categories, so you can find the one that fits for your business.

Top 16 Greatest Small Business Credit Cards for 2023
Top 16 Greatest Small Business Credit Cards for 2023

The only article you'll need to read to pick a small business credit card.

The 6 Best Business Checking Accounts of 2023
The 6 Best Business Checking Accounts of 2023

Take advantage of low fees, mobile banking tools, and comprehensive financial services by opening an online business bank account.

The 8 Best Business Bank Accounts for LLCs
The 8 Best Business Bank Accounts for LLCs

To preserve an LLC's liability protection, you need to keep your personal and business expenses separate. Here are the top 8 business bank accounts for LLC owners.

The Best Business Lines of Credit (2023)
The Best Business Lines of Credit (2023)

Looking for a business line of credit? Here are your best options, between the big banks, online lenders, and the SBA.

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