The global and national economies have seen major hits in the past few years. We’re still dealing with the fallout from the pandemic, with the potential for new waves of infections looming. More recently, geopolitical events in Ukraine and Russia are playing havoc with the business world, both domestically and internationally. Inflation is flying higher …
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All of us want our business to sail the seas of success. The journey, however, can be choppy and challenging. For some, it’s finding qualified staff. For others, it might be outpacing the competition. But when your business is struggling to stay afloat financially, it can spell disaster. Just like saving a sinking ship, the …
One of the challenges businesses and consumers have had during the past couple of years has to do with product distribution and logistics as manufacturers and retailers move products through the market. The shuttering of local businesses and increasing time at home due to the pandemic has resulted in more people turning to online ordering …
If you’re a business owner, real estate investor, or startup, you’ve probably experienced the challenges of traditional banking firsthand. From high fees to inflexible loan terms, working with a traditional bank can often feel like a necessary evil. But it doesn’t have to be that way. In this blog post, we’ll explore some of the …
Finding funding for your small business can seem like a daunting task, but there are more options than you might think. In this blog post, we’ll explore five different funding sources for small businesses, including loans, grants, and crowdfunding. When you’re starting a small business, it’s important to find the right funding source to get …
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The federal funds rate is the interest rate at which depository institutions (banks and credit unions) lend reserve balances to other depository institutions overnight, on an uncollateralized basis. The Federal Reserve Board of Governors raised the target range for the federal funds rate to 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 percent on December 13, 2017. This increase marks …
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Are you a business owner, real estate investor, or commercial property owner in need of financing? If so, you may be wondering if you should work with a commercial loan broker. Below, we’ll give you five reasons why using a commercial loan broker can be advantageous. When it comes to securing financing for your business, …
The Answer Could Be Yes, Depending on Your Perspective The answer to whether this is the sweet spot in the CRE market depends on your perspective. From a long-term view, this is definitely not the sweet spot. The late 1990s and early 2000s were much better times to be a part of the CRE industry. …
