Small Business Loans
Small business loans can help launch your startup, cover overhead costs, purchase equipment, refinance debt — and more. Here, you can compare business loan rates, calculate costs and explore your options to find the right loan for you.
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How to choose the best small business lender
Banks, credit unions and online lenders offer business loans. This guide helps you evaluate your options to determine which is best.
How do business loans work?
Like any loan, a small business loan is money borrowed from a lender that must be repaid with interest. Learn about types and how to qualify.
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What is an unsecured business loan and how does it work?
Our guide will show you everything you need to know about unsecured business loans.
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How to get a business loan
Prepare for your business loan by comparing what you need with how much you can afford.
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Rollovers as business startups (ROBS): What they are and how they work
Rollovers for business startups (ROBS) transactions are a tax-free way to start a business, but they are complicated.
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Average business loan interest rates in 2025
The average business loan interest rates vary by loan type and lender.
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Pros and cons of working capital loans
Despite access to fast funding, there are drawbacks to working capital loans.
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Business loan vs. line of credit
Learn the differences between business term loans and lines of credit and compare lenders that offer them.
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How to get a business line of credit
Want a business line of credit? Here’s what to do.
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Types of equipment financing
Options include term loans, business lines of credit and even SBA loans.
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What is a business line of credit and how does it work?
A business line of credit can help a small business owner cover short-term needs.
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Do you need a business checking account for a small business loan?
A business checking account may be required to get a business loan. Learn the differences between a business and personal checking account, the documents needed, and how to find the best account to suit [...]
4 min read Jun 24, 2025