Do you need a loan for your business? We will discuss the most common business loan requirements to help with your application process.
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- April 22, 2022
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Read articles and guides in Banks.com, like how to qualify and apply for a business loan, no matter where you are on your journey as a business owner and take your business to the next level.
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Which veteran loan makes the most sense? We will share the different types of business loans for veterans to consider.
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- April 17, 2022
Being a general contractor or subcontractor, lucrative contracts are the lifeblood of your business. Here’s how to craft winning proposals.
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- April 10, 2022
A small business real estate loan can establish your business in the local area. Learn how to get one of these loans to expand your company.
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- April 4, 2022
Consequential damages can have serious financial consequences for your construction company. Here’s how to avoid them.
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- April 2, 2022
Learn about several loan options available to self-employed borrowers and how to increase your approval odds.
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- March 25, 2022
Several real estate investors use a hard money loan to finance properties. What is a hard money loan? We have the details.
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- March 21, 2022
Looking for commercial truck financing? We will share some financing options and how to increase your chances of getting approved.
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- March 20, 2022
Many business loans are available, and knowing where to look can help your approval odds. Here's a guide of business loans for women.
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- March 19, 2022
A merchant cash advance can help with cash flow issues or to grow your business. Here’s how to find one for your business.
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- March 16, 2022
Learn more about SBA Express Loans, how they can be used for business-related expenses and where you can apply for one.
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- March 11, 2022
Can’t get approved for a business loan or line of credit with your bank or credit union? Asset-based lending could be a viable alternative.
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- March 7, 2022
As a contractor or property owner, you can face a stop work order if you fail to follow building permit regulations. Learn how to avoid them.
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- March 6, 2022
Discover how business equipment financing works, what types of equipment it covers and what to expect with each funding option.
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- March 6, 2022
Learn about the right strategies to take greater control of your accounting and improve your business financial outcomes.
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- March 2, 2022
Equipment financing helps business owners secure the new or used equipment you need to keep operations running smoothly. Here’s how it works.
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- March 2, 2022
Subcontractor insurance provides protection for your construction business. Here’s a breakdown of how it works.
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- March 1, 2022
Securing a line of credit for your business doesn’t have to be challenging. This step-by-step guide explains how to make the process seamless.
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- March 1, 2022
Learn how your business cash conversion cycle (CCC) metric can help you monitor trends in your business that can affect your cash flow.
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- February 28, 2022
Use this guide and discover how you can qualify for a small business loan and an easy way to get your business loan approved in 24 hours.
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- February 12, 2022
A short term business loan is a form of financing to access cash to cover unplanned expenses. Find out if it’s right for your business.
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- February 11, 2022
Use this guide to learn how business acquisition loans work plus find a quick way to apply for a business loan to get funding in 24 hours.
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- February 10, 2022
Learn more about the cost estimating process in the construction industry and ways to improve the accuracy of your cost estimates.
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- February 8, 2022
Learn more about the significance of cash flow and how you can take steps to improve it in your commercial construction business.
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- February 7, 2022
Read on to learn about construction equipment financing, key benefits and drawbacks, and how to find a loan for your construction business.
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- February 1, 2022
Learn important steps to ensure the safety of their workers so delays can be avoided and projects can be completed on time.
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- January 31, 2022
A merchant cash advance could be an option if you need fast cash but worry you won’t get approved for a small business loan.
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- January 16, 2022
Learn more about short-term business loans, how they work, what types are available and how to get one to fund your small business needs.
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- January 16, 2022
Explore the benefits of preliminary notices, when to use them, how to send them, and how to get paid faster for construction projects.
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- January 11, 2022
To scale your construction business, you must be able to calculate and understand the strength of your working capital position.
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- January 5, 2022
Get an understanding of how small business loans work, so you’ll know which options are most suitable for your company.
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- January 4, 2022
Learn if accounts receivable factoring or selling invoices to get what you're owed may be a good solution to keep your business running.
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- January 4, 2022
Explore an SBA commercial real estate loan if you need funding to purchase, renovate or improve real estate for your business.
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- January 2, 2022
Want information on the best software in the construction industry? Read this comprehensive list of construction software for contractors.
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- December 29, 2021
Learn about a payment solution that will cover construction material costs upfront to free up cashflow for your next project.
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- December 22, 2021
Read this comprehensive guide of construction certifications for contractors and subcontractors that we believe are the best in the industry.
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- December 22, 2021
Learn how to get a business line of credit, a type of loan that you can use on an as-needed basis to cover working capital or make purchases.
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- December 17, 2021
Learn about value engineering, a process that reviews a project and systematically assesses how you can increase the value of a project.
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- December 15, 2021
Learn more about how you can work with overseas suppliers to expand your business beyond your region or country limits.
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- December 14, 2021
Read a step-by-step process to help you get started, navigate the loan process and secure the capital you need for your business.
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- December 9, 2021
Discover the five largest building material suppliers to secure more construction projects without exposing your business to financial risk.
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- December 8, 2021
Solid accounting is crucial for maintaining healthy cash flow and a comfortable profit margin in the construction industry.
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- December 7, 2021
Learn how federally funded construction projects can offer a new pipeline of bidding opportunities to accelerate your business’s growth.
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- December 1, 2021
Learn more about how to finance your construction business, and the loans for contractors and construction businesses available.
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- November 27, 2021
Is a personal loan a good idea to start a business? It depends. Here’s a look at how it compares to business loans and how to secure funding.
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- November 25, 2021
Estimating project expenses requires a significant level of technical expertise. Here’s a guide on how to create estimates for any project.
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- November 24, 2021
Learn why it’s critical to understand how to submit accurate, reliable bids that set you apart from your competitors.
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- November 17, 2021
Learn how to shift from residential to commercial construction. It also explores an alternative financing solution to cover material costs.
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- November 12, 2021
Learn about ASIs, one of several ways the owner, architect and/or contractor can ask for changes to a project that has already begun.
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- November 10, 2021
Do you want to open a food truck soon or grow your food truck business? See your financing options to get the capital you need.
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- November 10, 2021
There are many ways to manage a construction project. CMAR takes a different approach than the typical design-bid-build method.
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- November 2, 2021
As-built drawings are illustrations that reflect how a project was actually built. Explore what subcontractors need to know about these.
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- October 28, 2021
A Notice of Completion establishes the end date of a project and shortens mechanics lien deadlines. Learn how it works.
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- October 24, 2021
Learn how Van Linda Iron Works, an industrial and commercial metal fabrication contractor, partnered with Billd to take on larger projects.
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- October 20, 2021
All data provided by the Home Mortgage Disclosure Act, at cfpb.gov updated Dec, 19
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- October 10, 2021
Explore options to scale your construction business, including purchase order financing, lines of credit, and material financing solutions.
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- September 23, 2021
Explore the importance of construction safety, top safety risks to be aware of, and ways to improve safety measures at your organization.
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- September 15, 2021
All data provided by the Home Mortgage Disclosure Act, at cfpb.gov updated Dec, 19
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- September 10, 2021
Here’s what you need to know to become eligible for a P&P bond as a subcontractor so you can land larger (and more) projects to keep growing your business.
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- August 25, 2021
Find out how financing can be an opportunity to accept more and bigger construction projects to grow your commercial construction business.
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- August 25, 2021
If you are an entrepreneur looking to expand your business, learn more about business expansion methods and ways to finance them.
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- August 23, 2021
Discover the different ways to finance the purchase of a commercial truck by reading this guide about commercial truck loans.
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- August 19, 2021
Learn what general contractors and project owners stipulate in terms of insurance coverages in their contracts to stay competitive.
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- August 18, 2021
Bridge loans can be a useful tool for businesses experiencing a cash flow shortage, but how does a bridge loan work? Read on to find out.
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- August 17, 2021
Here are five simple yet essential tips you can use to store sensitive files and manage your data securely.
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- August 12, 2021
If you want to become a woman entrepreneur, read on to get some inspiration and business ideas to get started with running your own company.
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- August 12, 2021
Read about tips to make it easy for you to handle accounting tasks as a small business owner.
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- August 11, 2021
Read about how contractor financing can help general contractors improve cash flow and grow their commercial construction businesses.
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- August 11, 2021
Learn how to finance projects to avoid the common cash-flow issues in the commercial construction industry.
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- August 10, 2021
Find out how to buy a franchise by using a variety of financing options, including small business loans and alternative lenders.
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- August 10, 2021
Loans can help you invest in your business rapidly, fund the purchase of large-scale equipment, and help close difficult gaps you’ll face.
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- August 4, 2021
If your commercial construction business is waiting too long to get paid, read about material financing and factoring to improve cash flow.
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- August 4, 2021
Learn more about the “do’s and don’ts” of estimating in the construction world to help you grow your business.
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- August 3, 2021
If you want to purchase a business, you may need a business acquisition loan to fund it. Read more about business acquisition loans lenders.
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- August 3, 2021
Financing your small business can be overwhelming. Here are 10 ideas to help you get the money to finance your small business.
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- July 29, 2021
Navigating through restaurant business loans can feel complicated. Here is what you need to know about restaurant loans.
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- July 28, 2021
Learn about the requirements for getting approved for a commercial construction loan and other alternatives to finance your project.
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- July 28, 2021
A submittal is a general term for written information that must be supplied by contractors or subcontractors to the engineers, architects, consultants, general contractor, or other stakeholders on a project.
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- July 28, 2021
Learn what microloans for small businesses are, how they work, and where to find microlenders to apply for one.
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- July 22, 2021
Learn how improving the way you manage materials for your commercial construction company can increase your profits by as much as 20%.
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- July 21, 2021
Learn more about change orders, the official documents used to make project changes happen.
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- July 15, 2021
Explore the qualifications required for a small business loan and alternative financing options available to small companies.
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- July 15, 2021
If you are a general contractor, learn how to finance your commercial building construction projects, including alternative options.
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- July 15, 2021
If you have a relatively new business, learn more about startup business loans and other financing options to take it to the next level.
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- July 15, 2021
Finding ways to finance your start-up is confusing and overwhelming. SBA loans are a great tool to help your business succeed.
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- July 8, 2021
As a subcontractor, expanding into new markets can be a reliable method to achieve business growth. Learn how you can do this.
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- July 6, 2021
A Notice of Completion is a document that establishes the official date that a construction project is considered complete.
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- June 30, 2021
Before your next construction contract, understand the retainage that will be listed in your contract until the conclusion of the project.
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- June 24, 2021
Explore your options to get a working capital business loan to expand you business, even if you have limited or bad credit.
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- June 24, 2021
Franchise startup costs can be daunting, but franchise financing options mean you don't have to carry the entire burden yourself.
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- June 24, 2021
Contractor financing is a good option if you are unable to obtain financing from a bank. Read on to discover how contractor financing works.
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- June 17, 2021
Discover how to qualify for Small Business Administration loans, benefits of getting one and the ways you can use the funds.
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- June 17, 2021
Discover the best way to calculate a business loan amortization to learn the amount of principal and interest you pay with scheduled payments.
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- June 17, 2021
Navigating finances when you're self-employed can be difficult, but there are still plenty of simple ways to get a small business loan.
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- June 17, 2021
A Notice of Commencement is a document that establishes the formal start date of a construction project and identifies the project stakeholders.
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- June 16, 2021
Entrepreneurs starting a new business or expanding should consider a variety of loan options and sources to acquire needed capital.
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- June 10, 2021
Request for Information documents (RFIs) are commonly used by contractors in the construction process. This guide provides a brief overview of the RFI’s purpose, application, process and content.
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- June 9, 2021
At some point in every construction project—no matter how large or small—a punch list must be created. That is, a document that shows all the parties involved what tasks need to be completed.
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- June 2, 2021
Learn how Maxx Builders used Billd to dominate In new markets in the commercial construction industry.
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- May 26, 2021
Business loan requirements can be confusing. Be prepared to apply for a business loan by using this informative guide.
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- May 26, 2021
