Exploring how to access business grants, with examples of interesting grant options in the U.S. and Canada. As a business owner, your demand for working capital can be met through multiple funding solutions. One of these routes to accessing capital is through business grants. Grants exist with local governments as well as private foundations. They […]
Part 2 in our “cash flow through uncertainty” series. Missed part one? Read “How to manage cash flow through uncertainty.” When you’re in the thick of a full-blown crisis and know what you’re up against, what can you do to come out the other side intact? What strategies can you use and what resources can […]
Part 1 in our “cash flow through uncertainty” series. The COVID-19 pandemic has proven a big test for many small and medium-sized businesses. Being able to manage cash flow during its various stages was key to many companies’ survival, but sadly, those who were not prepared did not survive. Crises can take many shapes: from […]
Businesses have been adapting swiftly into digital sales and marketing — finding new ways to drive revenue even though they might not fit into a traditional “online selling” model. If you’re in this same boat, you may be wondering what digital marketing pillars you should focus on to increase your presence and give you a […]
Invoice factoring is a type of financing available to businesses that sell to other businesses on account — invoicing clients, usually with 30, 60 or 90-day terms. For businesses who haven’t established a track record with a major lender yet, or who don’t fit traditional bank lending qualifications, invoice factoring is a way to get […]
When you’re scaling your business, invoice factoring should be part of your growth plan. Cash flow. It’s often referred to as the “lifeblood” of a business, and for good reason. While most businesses can operate for a period of time with slow sales or little-to-no profits, their days are usually numbered if cash runs out […]
If you’re looking for a bank loan, line of credit or traditional funding option (but might not even be able to qualify), there are other options. When comparing invoice factoring vs. bank loans, your business can access more cash flow, and faster. Here are 16 ways that invoice factoring can be the better option. If […]
Part 4 in the Cash Cycle series: Get the inventory you need faster with PO Financing. For business owners, nothing quite beats the thrill of securing a new — and big — order. Ring that sales bell! But your excitement can extinguish the moment your realize there isn’t enough supplies or inventory on hand to […]
Part 3 in the Cash Cycle series: Don’t sacrifice your goals. Grow your working capital and regain control of your cash flow with asset-based lending. Now more than ever, businesses are realizing the impact their cash flow has on their market resilience and longevity. According to one study, 82% of business failures are due to […]
