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What You Need to Do for PPP Loan Approval in (2025)?
What you need to do for PPP loan approval isn’t complicated, but it does require precision. This blog shows you how to avoid red flags, match your numbers, and create a file lenders can say yes to. If you’re reapplying or applying for the first time, read this before you submit.
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How to Apply for an SBA Disaster Loan and Avoid Rejection?
If you're applying for an SBA disaster loan, don’t guess your way through it. This blog explains exactly how to apply for an SBA disaster loan, what documents you’ll need, and how to avoid the mistakes that quietly get most applications denied. Clean paperwork and a clear plan can make all the difference.
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What is a Fair Percentage for an Investor? Real Answers
What is a fair percentage for an investor? That depends on where your company is, what kind of leverage you have, and what you're trying to build long-term. This blog breaks down what’s considered fair at different stages, what factors to weigh beyond just valuation, and how to structure investor deals.
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What Do You Need for a Business Loan in (2025)?
You might think your business is ready for a loan. Revenue’s steady. You’ve got a plan. Maybe even some traction. All you need is $340,000 to take things to the next level. But walk into the bank, and chances are, […]
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6 Things to Look Out for in Investor’s Contract for Small Business
A good investor can help you grow. A bad contract can cost you control, equity, and optionality. This blog lays out what to check in an investor agreement before signing—and how to push for better terms without killing the deal.
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What to Do After Receiving a PPP Loan: Expert Advice
Many businesses misuse PPP loans without realizing it. This blog explains what to do after receiving a PPP loan—how to use the funds correctly, stay compliant with SBA rules, avoid surprise debt, and set yourself up for full forgiveness with solid planning and documentation.
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What is Cash Flow Forecasting: Type, Examples, and Best Practices
If you're unsure when cash is coming in or going out, you're flying blind. Cash flow forecasting gives you the clarity to plan, avoid surprises, and make better decisions. This guide explains what cash flow forecasting is, its different types, best practices, and examples. Read now.
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8 Cash Flow Forecasting Best Practices for Small Business Owners
Most businesses forecast incorrectly because they rely on outdated models and surface-level insights. This post breaks down how to build smarter, data-driven forecasts that support real decisions. Read now.
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Top 11 Funding Challenges for Small Businesses
Whether it’s financial history, scalability concerns, or poor networking, numerous challenges stand in the way of your growth. Read this blog post to understand the different challenges of securing funding and learn how to prepare yourself for those challenges.
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How to Handle Investor Rejection
Hearing no from your favorite investors can sting. But instead of reacting emotionally or worse—blaming them—use it as a chance to refine, improve, and come back stronger. With this blog post learn how to handle an investor's rejection gracefully.
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Top 10 Alternative Business Funding Methods
From crowdfunding to VC firms—explore these 10 methods to acquire alternative business finance for your small business. Read this blog post and also get the best practices to secure alternative funding.
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Direct vs Indirect Cash Flow: Which Method Works Best?
Direct vs. Indirect Cash Flow: Which Method Is Right for Your Business? Both methods impact financial tracking. The direct method records actual cash transactions, while the indirect method adjusts net income. Learn about their key differences to find out which one best aligns with your business’s financial goals.
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What Investors Want From your Business
From a scalable market and a headstrong founding team to undeniable traction, investors evaluate multiple factors before investing. This guide breaks down what investors want from your business—from proving product-market fit to crafting a pitch deck that wins funding—so you can raise capital with confidence.
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How Much Funding Do You Need?
Figuring out how much money to raise isn’t about guessing—it’s about strategic planning. From understanding startup costs to factoring in burn rate and key milestones, this guide helps you determine the right funding amount and avoid common fundraising mistakes.
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When You Shouldn’t Raise Funding
Thinking about pitching investors and getting funding? But before that, ask yourself: Is this truly what your business needs? Because sometimes, not raising money is the best move you can make. Read on to learn more…
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Traditional vs. One Page Business Plan
Understand the key differences between a traditional and a one-page business plan and when to use them. This post will help understand how these plans align with your business’s specific needs and stage of growth. Read now.
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What Is a Business Plan: Definition, Use Cases, Resources & More
Curious about what’s the ultimate need of a business plan? It’s a strategic tool that shapes your business’s future. Whether you're launching a startup or growing an existing business, having a solid plan is crucial. Find out what a business plan is, why it matters, and how to create one that sets you up for success!
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What is Financial Forecasting? Definition & Importance Explained
Financial forecasting helps businesses predict revenue, control expenses, and manage financial risks. Accurate forecasting ensures better budgeting, informed decision-making, and sustainable growth. In this blog, we have covered everything from methods to the best forecasting tools.
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10 Successful Pitch Deck Examples to Inspire Yours
From Airbnb to Uber, these 10 inspiring pitch deck examples reveal how startups turned bold ideas into funded successes. Learn their secrets to attracting investors, creating clarity, and showcasing growth potential. Use these proven strategies to design your own winning pitch deck.
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How to Forecast Sales for your Business (w/ examples)
Discover how to build an accurate sales forecast to manage budgets, attract funding from investors, and enjoy sustainable growth. This detailed guide walks you through different aspects of a perfect sales forecast that you can use for your business plan.
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Benefits of Email Marketing for Small Business
Email marketing helps businesses connect with their audience, nurture relationships, and achieve measurable results. From boosting customer engagement to driving sales, it’s an effective way to build brand awareness, share updates, and offer exclusive deals—all while staying cost-effective and goal-focused.
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Best Social Media Marketing Channels for Your Business
Choosing the right social media marketing channels is key to connecting with your audience and boosting your brand. This guide explores platform demographics, user behavior, and actionable strategies to help you select the best channels. Learn to align your goals, create content strategies, and avoid common mistakes for maximum impact.
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Cash Flow Statement Explained: How to Create and Analyze It
Cash is the bloodline of any business. Well, we all know that but how exactly do you know if there will be enough cash to run your business or pay the debts? A cash flow statement is the answer and with this blog post, we will help you create one. Read now.
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What an Entrepreneur Must Do After Creating a Business Plan
I finished my business plan; what should I do next? If I remember correctly, I asked the same question myself. Not so long ago, I had just finished my business plan for Upmetrics and was clueless about the next steps. […]
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How to Create a Balance Sheet for Business Plan
A balance sheet is an essential financial document that investors can evaluate when referring to your business plan. With this blog post, learn how to write an income statement and get a sample statement to add to your business plan. Read now
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How to Create an SEO Strategy for Small Businesses
With this blog post, get a step-by-step guide to building a clear and actionable SEO strategy for a small business. From setting SEO goals to tracking SEO performance, and everything in between—this guide offers detailed insight along with practical examples to guide your SEO efforts. Read now.
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How to Write an Income Statement for your Business Plan
An income statement is an essential financial document that investors would evaluate while referring to your business plan. With this blog post, learn how to write an income statement and get a sample statement to add in your business plan. Read now.
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6 Financial Forecasting Methods for Small Businesses
Financial forecasting is a vital part of business and financial planning. However, to create accurate predictions about future outcomes, you need the right methods. In this blog post, we present 6 reliable forecasting methods that are easy to use and interpret. Read now.
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How to Create an Effective Entrepreneurship Curriculum
Ready to take on the challenge of creating the perfect entrepreneurship curriculum for your students? Here’s a simple week-by-week guide as to what kind of key topics you’ll touch on and the types of activities you can include to adopt a hands-on approach.
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9 Digital Marketing Strategies for Your Small Business
As everything around us digitizes, it doesn’t matter whether yours is a traditional physical location or a digital business. What matters is that you use different digital marketing strategies to boost the reach, sales, and visibility of your business. Read this blog post and identify top-performing digital strategies you can adapt for your business.
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