Small Business Loans
Small business loans can help launch your startup, cover overhead costs, purchase equipment, refinance debt — and more. Here, you can compare business loan rates, calculate costs and explore your options to find the right loan for you.
Small business loan basics
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Alternatives to a semi-truck loan
Options for semi-truck financing include term loans, lines of credit and SBA loans.
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What is an equipment loan and how does it work?
An equipment loan helps businesses purchase equipment without paying the total amount upfront.
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What are small business loans and how do they work?
A small business loan is money borrowed from a lender that must be repaid with interest.
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Alternatives to unsecured business loans
Secured business loans may be cheaper and more accessible than unsecured loans.
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Are business loans harder to get than personal loans?
With the rise of online lenders offering streamlined application processes and more relaxed criteria, getting a small business loan can be just as easy as getting a personal loan.
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How can you use a short-term business loan?
Learn how to use a short-term business loan for your small business funding needs.
3 min read Feb 27, 2025 -
What is a bad credit business loan and how it works
Check out our guide to bad credit business loans.
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Alternatives to fast business loans
SBA loans, grants and crowdfunding are just a few alternatives worth considering.
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A loan officer shares his top tips for getting a business loan
A commercial banker shares his advice for getting approved.
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Where can I get a business line of credit?
We’ve put together a helpful guide for choosing the best line of credit lenders.
5 min read Jan 29, 2025