by Grow America Staff | Mar 9, 2026 | Resources for Business Owners, Small Business Lending
If the prospect of selling your business feels complicated or uncertain, you’re not alone. Many business owners feel this way when they think about their succession plan. The good news is that understanding who could potentially buy your business when the time comes...
by Grow America Staff | Feb 9, 2026 | Resources for Business Owners, Small Business Lending
This is the first article in a series to help you navigate one of the biggest decisions you’ll ever make as a business owner: selling your business. Even if a sale isn’t on your radar right now, the strategies we’ll share will help you build a...
by Grow America Staff | Jan 8, 2026 | Resources for Business Owners, Small Business Lending
Key takeaways: Sharing your business strengths and challenges with your lender upfront builds trust while hiding issues can lead to denial or having the loan pulled after approval. Coming to your lender with a plan for how much money you need and how you will use it...
by Grow America Staff | Dec 15, 2025 | Resources for Business Owners, Small Business Lending
As this year ends, you’re probably already thinking about your 2026 business goals. The problem is that most New Year’s resolutions and plans fail by February. Often, it’s not about lacking commitment, but rather lacking a realistic system to follow...
by Grow America Staff | Dec 5, 2025 | Resources for Business Owners, Small Business Lending
Key takeaways: Consider inventory as cash in a different form. Strong inventory management keeps cash free for expenses such as payroll and rent. Overbuying, stockpiling deals, and setting your orders on autopilot can all have a detrimental effect on the balance...
by Grow America Staff | Dec 5, 2025 | Resources for Business Owners, Small Business Lending
Key takeaways: If your client doesn’t qualify for a 7(a) loan from a traditional bank, there’s good news. Not all 7(a) loans are created equal, and they might be a good fit for other 7(a) programs. Grow America specializes in “but for” scenarios where...
