More entrepreneurs appear to be launching their dream companies in recent months, as various reports suggest business lending is on the rise. The recently released Thomson Reuters/PayNet Small Business Lending Index revealed that overall financing to small businesses jumped to 107.5 in October. This is an increase of 11 percent from the year prior.
However, the Biz2Credit Small Business Lending Index reported that entrepreneurs are seeking alternative methods of funding besides traditional big-bank financing. Loan approval rates have had a significant impact on business lending, with credit unions, merchant cash advance lenders and micro lenders approving more loans than traditional banking institutions.
No matter where entrepreneurs manage to obtain their financing from, it is still important that they take basic business precautions to ensure the future success of their enterprise. Entrepreneurs should always ensure they are on top of their financial situation, staffed with strong employees and prepared for the unexpected with small business insurance. This can help a company achieve success and ensure it is prepared for any unexpected circumstances that may come its way.