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The SmallBizChat Podcast: How to Build Business Credit with Angelic Williams

April 18, 2024 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

In this episode, Melinda Emerson chats with Angelic Williams about the nuances of business credit. They delve into its difference from personal credit, the significance of the Paydex score, and the steps to build a business credit profile. They also discuss common mistakes, the link between corporate credibility and business credit, and the role of […]

Filed Under: SmallBizChat, The SmallBizChat Podcast Tagged With: business credit, business credit profile, common credit mistakes, corporate credibility, credit building, credit building agency, credit-building strategies, Paydex score, payroll management, underwriting criteria

How to Establish Business Credit

January 23, 2023 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

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It is important to establish business credit as soon as you decide to go into business. Having good business credit is always important, and you also need to understand how bad credit can affect your business. The most impactful aspect of business credit is your ability to secure financing. If you have bad credit, you […]

Filed Under: Cash Flow & Finance, Grow Your Business Tagged With: build good business credit, business credit, business credit bureaus, good business credit, secure financing

The SmallBizChat Podcast: Managing your Credit in the Pandemic with James Hunt

November 26, 2020 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

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James Hunt is a celebrity wealth management expert and credit specialist that works with some of the biggest stars. Athletes, movie stars, recording artists, and business professionals rely on him to help them manage their wealth and handle personal and business matters. He also works with young entrepreneurs by assisting them in starting their entrepreneurial […]

Filed Under: The SmallBizChat Podcast Tagged With: building your credit score, business credit, credit, credit repair business, credit score, credit score misconception, financial health

How to Better Manage Your Small Business Finances

September 5, 2022 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

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Chances are you started your business because you have a passion for a particular product or service…not because you love managing the financial aspect of a business. Yet every business owner must learn how to manage their small business finances if they want to grow and thrive. Today I’m sharing three tips that will help […]

Filed Under: Cash Flow & Finance, Grow Your Business Tagged With: business credit, business finances, cash flow, cash management, manage your small business finances

How to Establish Business Credit

October 15, 2018 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

If you are in business most likely your personal credit has been your business credit, but did you know that you can establish business credit. Cash challenges are real. We have all been there, needing cash flow to make payroll, purchase inventory, hire new employees and expand but can’t because the capital isn’t available without […]

Filed Under: Cash Flow & Finance, How to Start, Solopreneurs, Starting A Small Business Tagged With: Bank financing, borrow funds, business credit, establish business credit, manage cash flow

Top 6 Reasons Why You Need a Small Business Credit Card

September 19, 2017 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

Guest Article We live in a cashless society in which debit and credit cards rule. When was the last time you paid for goods or services with cash or even a check? It’s probably been awhile. As important as it is to have access to credit as a consumer, it’s even more vital as a […]

Filed Under: Cash Flow & Finance, Guest Articles Tagged With: business credit, business credit card

How To Investigate A Business Customer’s Credit

July 14, 2015 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

Guest Article You have a new customer and they want to pay after you deliver your product or service. Essentially they are asking you to extend them credit. Like every bank that lends money, you should check your customer’s credit to make sure they have the financial capability to pay you when the time comes. […]

Filed Under: Cash Flow & Finance, Guest Articles Tagged With: @TheKaplanGroup, business credit, business credit report, Dean Kaplan, trade references

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