# Small Business Financing Blog · Page 9 Practical articles on [small business loans](https://capitalgurus.com/), credit building, SBA, equipment and working capital, written for owners rather than bankers. ## Categories - [Business Loans](https://capitalgurus.com/blog/category/business-loans/) - [SBA Loans](https://capitalgurus.com/blog/category/sba-loans/) - [Business Credit](https://capitalgurus.com/blog/category/business-credit/) - [Business Line of Credit](https://capitalgurus.com/blog/category/line-of-credit/) - [Startup Funding](https://capitalgurus.com/blog/category/startup-funding/) - [Equipment Financing](https://capitalgurus.com/blog/category/equipment-financing/) - [Working Capital](https://capitalgurus.com/blog/category/working-capital/) - [Merchant Cash Advance](https://capitalgurus.com/blog/category/merchant-cash-advance/) ## Latest articles - [Exploring the Possibility of Securing a Business Loan without an LLC](https://capitalgurus.com/blog/business-loan-without-an-llc/) — Startup Funding — July 19, 2023 — - Having an LLC is not a requirement to qualify for a business loan. - Business loans can be obtained by sole proprietors and partnerships as well. - The lender may… - [How to Secure a Business Loan Even Without Established Business Credit](https://capitalgurus.com/blog/business-loan-without-business-credit/) — Business Credit — July 19, 2023 — - Having a strong personal credit score can increase your chances of getting a business loan without business credit. - Alternative lenders may be more willing to… - [Master the Art of Securing a Large Business Loan with Zero Capital Investment](https://capitalgurus.com/blog/how-to-get-a-large-business-loan/) — Business Loans — July 19, 2023 — - Build a strong business plan: Lenders will be more likely to provide a large loan if you have a well-developed and detailed business plan that demonstrates potential… - [Exploring SBA Disaster Loans and their Forgiveness Options](https://capitalgurus.com/blog/sba-disaster-loan-forgiveness/) — SBA Loans — July 19, 2023 — - SBA disaster loans, including the COVID-19 Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL), must be repaid. They have no forgiveness program. - The forgivable program was the… - [SBA Loans: Demystifying the Process and Revealing How Accessible They Truly Are](https://capitalgurus.com/blog/are-sba-loans-easy-to-get/) — SBA Loans — July 14, 2023 — - SBA loans can be difficult to obtain due to strict eligibility requirements. - Applicants must have a strong credit history and demonstrate the ability to repay the… - [Discover the Top Banks Offering Business Loans](https://capitalgurus.com/blog/best-banks-for-business-loans/) — Business Loans — July 14, 2023 — - Banks offer business loans to provide financial support for various business needs such as expansion, equipment purchase, or working capital. - Business loans from… - [How Does Taking a Business Loan Impact Your Mortgage Approval Process?](https://capitalgurus.com/blog/business-loan-impact-on-mortgage-approval/) — Business Credit — July 13, 2023 — - A business loan can affect your debt-to-income ratio, which is an important factor in mortgage approval. - Lenders may view a business loan as additional financial… - [A Step-by-Step Guide to Easily Checking Your SBA Loan Balance](https://capitalgurus.com/blog/how-to-check-sba-loan-balance/) — SBA Loans — July 13, 2023 — 1. Check with whoever services the loan: for most 7(a) and 504 loans that is your lender; for disaster loans and loans the SBA services itself, it is the SBA Loan… - [Unlocking Opportunities: Exploring Navy Federal’s Business Loans for Your Entrepreneurial Ventures](https://capitalgurus.com/blog/navy-federal-business-loans/) — Business Loans — July 13, 2023 — - Navy Federal Credit Union offers business loans to its members. - They provide various types of business loans, including term loans, lines of credit, and commercial… - [Exploring the Benefits of Refinancing SBA Loans](https://capitalgurus.com/blog/refinancing-sba-loans/) — SBA Loans — July 13, 2023 — - Refinancing SBA loans can help borrowers secure better interest rates and terms, potentially reducing monthly payments and saving money over the long term. - It is… - [SBA Loan Forgiveness: Expert Tips and Strategies for Success](https://capitalgurus.com/blog/sba-loan-forgiveness/) — SBA Loans — July 13, 2023 — - The program behind SBA loan forgiveness was the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), which ended on May 31, 2021. Regular 7(a), 504 and EIDL loans have no forgiveness… - [SBA Loans: Unveiling the Truth About Personal Guarantees](https://capitalgurus.com/blog/sba-loan-personal-guarantee/) — Business Loans — July 13, 2023 — 1. SBA loans typically require a personal guarantee from the business owner, making them personally responsible for repaying the loan. 2. Personal guarantees are often… ## More posts [Previous](https://capitalgurus.com/blog/page/8/) · [Next](https://capitalgurus.com/blog/page/10/) [Page 1](https://capitalgurus.com/blog/) · [Page 8](https://capitalgurus.com/blog/page/8/) · [Page 10](https://capitalgurus.com/blog/page/10/) ## New to business financing? Start here - [How to get a business loan](https://capitalgurus.com/guides/how-to-get-a-business-loan/) - [Business loan requirements](https://capitalgurus.com/guides/business-loan-requirements/) - [Types of business loans](https://capitalgurus.com/guides/types-of-business-loans/) --- Source: https://capitalgurus.com/blog/page/9/ · Last reviewed 2026-11-09 · Capital Gurus is not a lender.