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SBA Loans

7 min

🔥 Most read

SBA loan vs conventional loan: which should you choose in 2026?

SBA wins for most small businesses — lower down payment, longer terms, rate caps. Go conventional only if you need funds in under 2 weeks.
March 2026
Read now →
Startup
6 min

SBA loan vs conventional loan: which should you choose in 2026?

SBA wins for most small businesses — lower down payment, longer terms, rate caps. Go conventional only if you need funds in under 2 weeks.
March 2026
Read now →
Working Capital
7 min

Working capital loans for small business: how to get funded fast

Best options: SBA 7(a) line of credit, bank line of credit, or invoice factoring. MCA is almost never the right answer despite what lenders tell you.
March 2026
Read now →
SBA Loans
8 min
⭐ BBC pick

SBA loan for franchise: everything you need to know

SBA 7(a) is the most common franchise financing vehicle. You need 10-20% down, 680+ credit, and an FDD-approved franchise. Here’s the full process.
March 2026
Read now →
SBA Loans
7 min

SBA 7(a) loan explained: the most popular SBA program

The SBA 7(a) covers almost any business purpose — working capital, equipment, real estate, acquisitions. Up to $5M, terms up to 25 years, rates capped at prime + 2.75%.
March 2026
Read now →
SBA Loans
5 min

SBA express loan: how to get fast SBA funding in 36 hours

SBA Express caps at $500k but closes in 36 hours vs 30-90 days for standard 7(a). If you need speed without going to a predatory lender, this is the answer.
March 2026
Read now →
SBA Loans
6 min

SBA 504 loan: for real estate and major equipment purchases

SBA 504 is specifically for fixed assets — commercial property and heavy equipment. Up to $5.5M, 10% down, 20-25 year terms. Best rates in the SBA portfolio.
March 2026
Read now →
Working Capital
5 min

Business line of credit for startups: what you actually qualify for

Most banks want 2 years in business. Under that, look at SBA CAPLine, fintech lenders like Bluevine, or secured lines against receivables. Here’s what’s realistic.
March 2026
Read now →
Alternative
5 min
⚠️ Warning

Merchant cash advance: what it is and exactly why to avoid it

Effective APR regularly hits 100-300%. Daily repayment destroys cash flow. The only time MCA makes sense is if you have no other option and the math still works — which is rare.
March 2026
Read now →
Startup
8 min

Startup business funding: every option for new businesses in 2026

SBA microloans, CDFIs, equipment financing, angel investors, crowdfunding, ROBS, and home equity. Here’s the full menu ranked by cost of capital.
March 2026
Read now →
SBA Loans
6 min

SBA loans for women-owned businesses: programs and how to apply

Women-owned businesses qualify for standard SBA programs plus WBC resources and some state-level grants. The rates and terms are identical — the advantage is in the support network.
March 2026
Read now →
SBA Loans
6 min

Business loans for veterans: every program available in 2026

SBA Veterans Advantage waives guarantee fees. SBA Express for Veterans caps at $500k with 36-hour turnaround. Boots to Business is the best free resource to start.
March 2026
Read now →
Working Capital
5 min

Small business equipment financing: how to fund your tools and machinery

Equipment loans self-secure — the equipment is the collateral. Rates typically 6-9% for strong credit. SBA 504 is best for major equipment over $150k. Leasing wins for technology that depreciates fast.
March 2026
Read now →
Alternative
5 min

Invoice factoring explained: turn receivables into cash fast

You sell unpaid invoices at a discount (typically 1-5%) for immediate cash. Best for B2B businesses with 30-90 day payment terms and strong clients. Not a loan — no debt on your books.
March 2026
Read now →
SBA Loans
7 min

SBA commercial real estate loan: how it works in 2026

SBA 504 is purpose-built for commercial real estate — 10% down, 25-year term, below-market fixed rates. You must occupy 51% of the building. Here’s the full qualification process.
March 2026
Read now →
Showing 8 guides
SBA Loans
7 min
🔥 Most read

SBA loan vs conventional loan: which should you choose in 2026?

SBA wins for most small businesses — lower down payment, longer terms, rate caps. Go conventional only if you need funds in under 2 weeks.
March 2026
Read now →
SBA Loans
8 min
⭐ BBC pick

SBA loan for franchise: everything you need to know

SBA 7(a) is the most common franchise financing vehicle. You need 10-20% down, 680+ credit, and an FDD-approved franchise. Here’s the full process.
March 2026
Read now →
SBA Loans
7 min

SBA 7(a) loan explained: the most popular SBA program

The SBA 7(a) covers almost any business purpose — working capital, equipment, real estate, acquisitions. Up to $5M, terms up to 25 years, rates capped at prime + 2.75%.
March 2026
Read now →
SBA Loans
5 min

SBA express loan: how to get fast SBA funding in 36 hours

SBA Express caps at $500k but closes in 36 hours vs 30-90 days for standard 7(a). If you need speed without going to a predatory lender, this is the answer.
March 2026
Read now →
SBA Loans
6 min

SBA 504 loan: for real estate and major equipment purchases

SBA 504 is specifically for fixed assets — commercial property and heavy equipment. Up to $5.5M, 10% down, 20-25 year terms. Best rates in the SBA portfolio.
March 2026
Read now →
SBA Loans
6 min

SBA loans for women-owned businesses: programs and how to apply

Women-owned businesses qualify for standard SBA programs plus WBC resources and some state-level grants. The rates and terms are identical — the advantage is in the support network.
March 2026
Read now →
SBA Loans
6 min

Business loans for veterans: every program available in 2026

SBA Veterans Advantage waives guarantee fees. SBA Express for Veterans caps at $500k with 36-hour turnaround. Boots to Business is the best free resource to start.
March 2026
Read now →
SBA Loans
7 min

SBA commercial real estate loan: how it works in 2026

SBA 504 is purpose-built for commercial real estate — 10% down, 25-year term, below-market fixed rates. You must occupy 51% of the building. Here’s the full qualification process.
March 2026
Read now →
Showing 2 guides
Startup
6 min

SBA loan vs conventional loan: which should you choose in 2026?

SBA wins for most small businesses — lower down payment, longer terms, rate caps. Go conventional only if you need funds in under 2 weeks.
March 2026
Read now →
Startup
8 min

Startup business funding: every option for new businesses in 2026

SBA microloans, CDFIs, equipment financing, angel investors, crowdfunding, ROBS, and home equity. Here’s the full menu ranked by cost of capital.
March 2026
Read now →
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Showing 3 guides
Working Capital
7 min

Working capital loans for small business: how to get funded fast

Best options: SBA 7(a) line of credit, bank line of credit, or invoice factoring. MCA is almost never the right answer despite what lenders tell you.
March 2026
Read now →
Working Capital
5 min

Business line of credit for startups: what you actually qualify for

Most banks want 2 years in business. Under that, look at SBA CAPLine, fintech lenders like Bluevine, or secured lines against receivables. Here’s what’s realistic.
March 2026
Read now →
Working Capital
5 min

Small business equipment financing: how to fund your tools and machinery

Equipment loans self-secure — the equipment is the collateral. Rates typically 6-9% for strong credit. SBA 504 is best for major equipment over $150k. Leasing wins for technology that depreciates fast.
March 2026
Read now →
Showing 2 guides
Alternative
5 min
⚠️ Warning

Merchant cash advance: what it is and exactly why to avoid it

Effective APR regularly hits 100-300%. Daily repayment destroys cash flow. The only time MCA makes sense is if you have no other option and the math still works — which is rare.
March 2026
Read now →
Alternative
5 min

Invoice factoring explained: turn receivables into cash fast

You sell unpaid invoices at a discount (typically 1-5%) for immediate cash. Best for B2B businesses with 30-90 day payment terms and strong clients. Not a loan — no debt on your books.
March 2026
Read now →

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