QUESTION ON Business Loan to Start a Business I don't have very good credit. What are my chances of getting a small business loan, particularly government loan, especially without collateral? Also, does the SBA provide loans under $250,000? Who is my second best choice? - Jessica ANSWER Dear Jessica, It is really unfortunate that many talented … [Read more...] about How to Get a Small Business Loan to Start a Business
Archives for March 2012
Managing your Wedding Photography Business
QUESTION ON to Managing a Wedding Photography Business I have been a wedding photographer for 10 years. I have been doing it with client check to client check. I find now, more people want to sue my small company because of the lousy follow up. It is not for lack of trying, but lack of capital. My photos speak for themselves. I try very hard to fulfill the contracts. One … [Read more...] about Managing your Wedding Photography Business
Minimize the Risk to Your Personal Credit When Starting a New Business
Finding capital when you are starting a business can be challenging. You may find that your only recourse is to use your own personal credit, and finance the business through your credit cards. Since you can't get bank loans and other financing, credit cards can be easy to obtain and use to purchase inventory, equipment, supplies, and others. However, it is important to … [Read more...] about Minimize the Risk to Your Personal Credit When Starting a New Business
Moving a Hot Dog Cart Business to the Mall
QUESTION ON Starting a Hot Dog Cart Business I run a hot dog cart business on weekends. I am really interested in putting the exact same concept indoors, i.e. the local fries truck could now be compared to New York fries. I want to take the hot dog and sausage cart operation and put it in a mall or small unit. I see a small order counter like Harvey's, the customer gets … [Read more...] about Moving a Hot Dog Cart Business to the Mall
How to Find Sales Reps for a Unique Greeting Card Business
QUESTION ON How To Find Sales Reps For Greeting Cards Business Where can I find reps to carry my unique Pregnancy Announcement Cards? I have already designed the cards, but I need help in distributing my greeting card line and getting them on the shelves of the retailers. - Holly ANSWER Advice by Tammy Harrison Dear Holly: Find them right in … [Read more...] about How to Find Sales Reps for a Unique Greeting Card Business