Pros and cons of working capital loans
Despite access to fast funding, there are drawbacks to working capital loans.
4 min read
Jul 07, 2025
Olivia Chen
Senior Writer, SMB Loans
EXPERTISE
- Small-business
- Small-business loans
- Finance
EDUCATION
- B.A. in anthropology, University of Notre Dame
- ABA certified in Business and Commercial Lending
Olivia comes to Bankrate with eight years of experience in small business — both in small-business lending and covering small-business loans. She has a strong background in translating complex financial information into clear and engaging narratives.
Olivia is certified in business and commercial lending through the American Banker’s Association. Her writing has appeared in The Associated Press and NASDAQ among other publications.
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