Small Business Funding · United States

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Types of funding

The main ways to fund a small business

Each solves a different problem. The best one depends on what the money is for and how fast you need it.

01

Term loan

A lump sum repaid over a set period. Suits a one-off need such as expansion or a major purchase.

02

SBA loan

Loans partly guaranteed by the Small Business Administration and made through lenders. They can offer longer terms, but the application is often more involved.

03

Business line of credit

A limit you can draw on as needed and repay, paying interest only on what you use. Useful for uneven cash flow.

04

Equipment financing

A loan to buy equipment or vehicles, usually secured by the equipment itself.

05

Invoice financing

Borrowing against unpaid customer invoices to free up cash while you wait to be paid.

06

Merchant cash advance

Money repaid from future sales. It can be much more expensive than a loan, so compare the total cost carefully.

What lenders look at

Six things that shape what you are offered

01

Time in business

Many lenders want to see a track record, and some set a minimum.

02

Revenue

How much the business brings in, and how steady it is.

03

Credit

Your personal credit, and your business credit if you have it.

04

Cash flow and existing debt

Whether the business can comfortably cover the repayments.

05

Collateral and guarantees

What is pledged as security, and whether you are asked to guarantee the loan personally.

06

The purpose and amount

What you will use the money for, and how much you need.

Compare the cost

Six things to compare besides the headline rate

01

APR or factor rate

APR is the yearly cost including fees. A factor rate is a fixed multiplier and can hide a high yearly cost.

02

Fees

Origination, closing and packaging fees add to what you pay.

03

The repayment schedule

Daily, weekly or monthly payments affect your cash flow differently.

04

The total you will repay

Add up every payment so you can compare offers fairly.

05

Penalties for paying early

You should know whether clearing the loan sooner saves money.

06

Collateral and personal guarantees

Understand what you could lose if the business struggles to repay.

When people ask us

Common reasons to look at business funding

01

Starting or buying a business

You need to know what funding is realistic at the start.

02

A seasonal or uneven cash flow

You need working capital to bridge a quiet period.

03

Buying equipment or a vehicle

You want to spread the cost without draining your cash.

04

Expanding or opening a new location

Growth needs money before it brings money in.

05

Customers pay slowly

Unpaid invoices are tying up cash you need now.

06

You were turned down elsewhere

You want to understand why and what else is available.

Why Namoye

Built around trust, not lead volume.

We'd rather connect you with the right provider once than flood your inbox with a dozen you'll never call back.

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  1. 01

    The right tool for the job

    A term loan, a line of credit, equipment financing and invoice financing each solve a different problem.

  2. 02

    The full cost, not the headline

    Fees, repayment schedules and total repaid explained, so offers can be compared fairly.

  3. 03

    No pressure to borrow

    You get the options explained. Whether to apply is always your decision.

Good to Know

Questions about Namoye

How much can my business borrow?

It depends on your revenue, time in business, credit, cash flow and the type of funding. A professional can tell you what's realistic for your situation.

Can a new business get funding?

It can be harder, since many lenders want to see a track record. Options may include equipment financing, microloans and certain SBA programs, and a professional can explain what's realistic.

What's the difference between an APR and a factor rate?

APR is the yearly cost of borrowing including fees. Some products quote a factor rate instead, a fixed multiplier that can hide a high yearly cost. Ask for the total you'll repay and the equivalent APR.

Will I need collateral or a personal guarantee?

Many business loans require one or both. Ask exactly what you would be putting at risk.

Will sending a request affect my credit?

Namoye doesn't check your credit. A lender usually will when you apply, so ask whether that first check is soft or hard.

What should I have ready?

What your business does and how long it has operated, annual revenue, how much you need and what it's for, a rough idea of your personal credit, and your ZIP code. If you don't have everything, send the request anyway.

Is Namoye a lender?

No. Namoye is a free matching service. It is not a lender, broker or financial institution, and it doesn't make credit decisions.

Will several lenders call me, and does it cost anything?

No to both. A verified professional contacts you, and Namoye is free for you.

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