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loans for small business Loans for small businesses are never easy, especially when you're sitting down at a bank requesting a loan knowing that you have so much riding on the answer. It is much easier however if you come in prepared to think from the bank’s perspective about your small business loan.

When approaching the bank for your loan you must understand from the outset that the bank doesn't want ownership or control of your business. Banks leave all business decisions to you, unlike a partner or a private investor. They operate based upon the principle that securing money lent to you must be based upon collateral that you provide. The only thought in their mind is that they want to know that they will get the money back that they have loaned you. They want to know that you have hard assets, such as buildings or machinery, if not the money itself for collateral. The bank is not looking to collect by taking ownership of your buildings. They want to be sure that you have a solid business plan of action and will use the loan proceeds wisely. As one business owner has put it "If you really don't need the money, they will lend it to you." Of course if you really didn’t need a loan, you probably wouldn't be there.

Banks want to know specifically what the loan proceeds will be used for. They also will need to know exactly how much you want to borrow. You don't want to make rough estimates or let the bank feel that you'll take as much as they have the offer.

Your background, character and capability to run the business and repay the loan are very important factors. Past financial statements, references and credit history or also incredibly important documents to back up your request for a loan.

Different bankers will consider different factors and data in their own unique, specific ways. Some bankers may not even consider that you are inexperienced in running a business as long as you have a good credit record and the collateral to support the loan. Others may not feel that the business is a good risk or will not be profitable and will not want to take a chance on making you a loan. Therefore you should always consider several banks.

The Small Business Administration (SBA) also offers several programs featuring loans for small businesses. You can also review their loan programs on their web site at www.sba.gov. You may be able to get a general loan, also known as a 7, which is a guaranteed SBA provided by a commercial bank. Other SBA loans include LowDoc loans for up to $100,000 and also the Microloan program.

You may also apply for a loan at your local credit union. Frequently they offer small short-term loans. If you just need to make small expenditures such as buying a computer or starting a web-based business, loans of this type are something you may consider.

Some information from Everything Start Your Own Business Book by Rich Mintzer

Additional information and web page by Paul Susic M.A. Licensed Psychologist CEO/President Susic Psychological Consulting P.C.