by Grow America Staff | Aug 6, 2026 | Resources for Business Owners, Small Business Lending
Hitting a major revenue milestone feels like proof that your business is succeeding. Whether you’re bringing in $100,000 in annual sales or finally reached the $1 million mark, it’s natural to assume those numbers will make qualifying for financing easier. But the...
by Grow America Staff | Jul 19, 2026 | Resources for Business Owners
Running short on cash at the end of the month is one of the most stressful positions a business owner can be in. It’s in that moment of pressure that merchant cash advances (MCAs) tend to show up, promising same-day funding with no collateral and few questions...
by Jai Sen | Jul 6, 2026 | Resources for Business Owners
When Crista Avron joined Washington Window & Glass Services, as an assistant, she never expected to one day own the company. Her path to ownership began early on—shortly after starting, she took on increasing responsibility and became deeply involved in the...
by Grow America Staff | Jun 11, 2026 | Resources for Business Owners, Small Business Lending
Most small business borrowers call their lender twice: when they need a loan, and when something has gone wrong. Challenges and opportunities that happen in between often go unmentioned. That’s a missed opportunity for small business owners. Your lender...
by Grow America Staff | May 8, 2026 | Resources for Business Owners, Small Business Lending
SBA lending is always evolving, and recent shifts have changed what it takes to get approved. The biggest shift is that it’s less about the numbers and more about the plan. Credit score and revenue still matter, but lenders are now digging into operations,...
by Grow America Staff | Apr 20, 2026 | Resources for Business Owners, Small Business Lending
A Checklist for Small Business Owners If you’ve thought about selling your business one day but talked yourself out of it, you’re not alone. Many owners assume their business is too small, not profitable enough, or that sales only happen for franchises and...
