Small Business Financing

What inspired you to start your business? For Ellen Rozelle Turner, it was her illustrious 15-year career in the public and private sectors and hands-on experiences with her grandfather. She’s now the leader of The William Everett Group, a fast-growing,…

Brandi and Sean Nichols are the owners of Gotta Dance Studio & Company in Bend, Oregon. Brandi loves working with her students and strives to provide them with a diverse mix of classes all year round. To do so, she’s…

Charlene and Ross Meriwether own Wild Women Winery in the heart of downtown Denver, Colorado. The couple built a thriving business in a challenging industry, where upfront capital costs are steep and inventory requires planning nearly a year ahead. They…

Erin Bradley is the President of Tea By Two, a boutique tea house in Bel Air, Maryland. Erin, along with her business partner Janet Meyers, spoke with us about their business, what its like to work with a friend, and…

Article Summary: HVAC contractors, like most small businesses, often rely on borrowed capital to fuel growth, increase ROI, and fund other business initiatives. Depending upon the size of your business, the length of your track record, your business’ annual revenues,…

Kevin Werbinski is the owner of Modern Design Group, a custom fabrication shop in Hailey, Idaho. Kevin spoke with us about his business, keeping his crew busy with projects, and how OnDeck financing has helped him achieve his goals.  Tell…

Article Summary: Like many small businesses, it can sometimes be challenging for landscape contractors to find the financing they need to bridge seasons, fuel growth, and meet other business needs. Fortunately, financing for landscape contractors is available for both new…

Article Summary: After controlling delinquencies, the next step to building a powerful FICO score is to manage your revolving credit usage—or the amount of credit you use when compared to the amount of credit you have available. For most small…

Repaying a business loan early may seem like an attractive option in certain situations. Depending on the business lender and loan type, prepayment may save you money on interest. Additionally, many business owners seek the additional flexibility and control over…