Smarter Loans article written by Joel Schlesinger Unexpected stuff happens to every small businesses. It can be an unplanned opportunity or an unexpected emergency. And for alternative lender Company Capital, those are the stories they hear regularly from potential borrowers.…
There are a lot of online lenders providing a great service to small businesses across Canada that can’t always get traditional financing to help grow their business. The online small business loan industry started in Canada about 10 years ago…
Year after year and survey after survey, Canadian small business owners list access to funding as the most challenging part of growing their business. The Canadian Federation of Independent Businesses reports that of the smallest businesses (5 employees or less),…
Have you ever received a phone call or a direct mail piece from On Deck? If you own a small business in Canada you probably have – they’ve spent millions of dollars in advertising since creeping into Canada from the…
The smallest businesses have the hardest time getting business loans according to a new Canadian Federation of Independent Businesses (CFIB) report that also found many small business owners are using their own personal credit cards as additional sources of financing.…
If you’re researching a loan for your small business, it can be overwhelming given the number of options available. Banks are always the best option in terms of rates but loans are difficult to qualify for and can take months…
Back in May we posted some advice about small business loan terms and rates and, when looking for quotes, to "always get it in writing". A recent study by a think tank down in the US clearly highlights that same…
A few years ago not many Canadian small business owners had heard of online business loans or FinTech (financial technology) or alternative lenders. In 2010 there was only a handful of companies providing the service in Canada so most small…
These days, more than ever before, there are multiple financing options available to small business owners. Depending on the business reasons for seeking a loan, some loan options may be a better fit than others. Having a clear understanding of…
For most small businesses in Canada, April 30th can be a major strain on cash flow. Both GST/HST and income taxes are due. Adding to the cash flow headache is the fact most small businesses are trying to ramp up…
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