Category: Credit
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How to Build Business Credit in 7 Steps
For small businesses looking to grow, getting access to the right financing is crucial. Having good business credit makes it easier to qualify for loans and other forms of financing so you can easily access the funds you need to manage emergencies, consolidate debt, pay employees, or invest in new equipment. Building and maintaining strong…
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How to Check Your Business Credit Score
What’s in your business credit report? Knowing what lenders see when they’re making financing decisions about your business can help you better prepare before applying for credit. Here are a few things to know about your business credit report. Plus, we cover seven websites that offer reports, including five where you can get a free…
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The Five C’s of Credit and How They Impact Business Financing Decisions
If you’ve heard of the five C’s of credit, you may assume that this phrase is only associated with personal credit; however, it’s also a tool used by lenders to evaluate businesses pursuing credit options. Here’s why the five C’s of credit are important to your business; how lenders evaluate each of them; and how…