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...
by Grow America Staff | Apr 7, 2026 | Resources for Business Owners, Small Business Lending
Your accountant asks for your profit and loss statement. Your bookkeeper mentions cash flow. Your banker wants a balance sheet. If this sounds familiar, and your eyes glaze over at the mention of these terms, you’re not alone. Many small business owners run the...
