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Many Entrepreneurs Hope Gig Economy Leads to New Career

The rise of the gig economy has reshaped the way Americans approach their careers. Just a decade or two ago, “moonlighting” was frowned upon by many employers, but attitudes have changed. Today, it’s not uncommon...

byKira Brecht

November 20, 2017

5 Reasons to Use a Business Credit Card

It’s a common mistake for business owners. When it comes to paying for business expenses, you still pull out your personal credit card. Don't sell your business short. A business credit card is a different...

byKira Brecht

October 28, 2017

The Small Business Loan Revolution is Here

The economy is back, and it’s ready to lend a hand If you’re like most small business owners, you’ve been on quite the roller coaster for the past several years. You pinched pennies, made sacrifices...

byLendingTree

September 16, 2017

My Startup Isn’t Growing, What Should I Do?

The recipe for small business growth is an imprecise one. Mix one advertising campaign and two new salespeople and let rise? Or is it one social media marketing campaign and three new customer service reps?...

byAshley Sweren

September 6, 2017

6 Ways to Grow Your Small Business Into a Big Business

Some small business owners consider making enough money to pay the bills and occasionally enjoy a vacation to be the epitome of success. For others, keeping their small business small is simply not enough. Many...

byAshley Sweren

August 30, 2017

The Quickest Ways to Fund Your Startup

With unprecedented competition in the lending market, now is a great time for small businesses to get quick business loans with excellent terms. Traditional banks have notoriously been cautious when lending to small businesses. After the financial...

byLendingTree

August 23, 2017

How to Get a Loan for Your Small Business in 9 Steps

Applying for a small business loan can seem overwhelming. It’s hard to know where to begin, and the finish line can seem so far away. By following these nine simple steps, your dream of obtaining a small...

byAshley Sweren

August 16, 2017

How to Get Funding for Your Small Business

These are exciting times for entrepreneurs in the U.S. A recent study by Babson College showed that there are now 27 million entrepreneurs in America. If you’re one of them, and you’re wondering how to...

byLendingTree

August 9, 2017

What to Do When Your Startup’s Revenue Flatlines

Wouldn’t it be great if your business progressed steadily, with revenue consistently going up? That may be ideal, but it’s not reality for most startups. It’s likely that every small business will experience revenue stalling...

byAshley Sweren

August 2, 2017

How to Secure a Small Business Loan Online

It used to be that businesses wanting to finance their growth had few options. Using their own savings, getting loans from family and friends, pitching their business to investors, or securing a traditional bank loan...

byAshley Sweren

July 26, 2017

4 Strategies to Get a Loan for Your Small Business

Obtaining a loan can be a challenge for many small business owners. Entrepreneurs don’t realize that even preparing to apply for a loan can take years of foundational work. Some others don’t know about alternative...

byAshley Sweren

July 20, 2017

Social Finance and Retirement Account Loans

The world of finance for entrepreneurs and startups has gradually been changing since the last recession with alternative lending platforms and programs that illustrate the potential beyond the traditional funding sources. Now that new government regulations...

byJohn Rampton

January 8, 2017

LendingTree Offers $50,000 Grant Contest for Small Businesses

Small businesses are the backbone to the U.S. economy and the sector is growing. According to the Small Business Administration, more than half of Americans either own or work for a small business, and they...

byLendingTree

January 4, 2017