07 October 2008

Is it Practical Starting a Small Business through a Loan?

small business loanI still wrestle with this issue. Many people are coming to me and asking my opinion regarding loans that require no financial statements or tax returns to start their small business. I could not come up with a straight answer because I think it is not a good way to start a small business. For the simple reason that it is difficult to concentrate on your business’ profitability when you are thinking about loan repayments. However, when your business has taken-off and started earning as planned, then an infusion of new funds for loans is practical.

Use Business Loans for Expansion Initiatives

If you think that your small business can cope or is ready for an expansion, an unsecured financing you need is easy to obtain. In fact, even for home improvement any use-unsecured loans are practical finance alternatives to take. Use with caution though. Study and compare offers. See how interests rates are computed, and negotiate for a repayment scheme that is convenient for you and your business and based on your projected business income.

Use Savings for Small Business Start-ups

It is always to your great advantage as a newbie entrepreneur to start your small business with no outside money or financial institution to help you. Your personal savings, if enough, would be a good starting fund. In addition, a little adjustment on your lifestyle, you are good to go. Moreover, non-reliance to outside funding would also mean complete autonomy or independence in managing your small business. This is what you need at the outset. Besides, it is a learning experience on your end. It’s not easy, but with patience, prudence, and frugality you will do well.

2 Comments:

10/16/2008 9:03 AM
Shinade said...

I completely agree with you. We started our own ventilation company years ago in Dallas with $1500 of our saved money.

It took a good year to build a good steady clientele of returning builders.

We eventually became very busy and made good money.

But I just don't think we could have made it through that first year with a loan hanging over our heads.

Good info. thanks:-)

10/17/2008 6:28 AM
Nor said...

Thanks for visiting Shinade, ^^,

It was the right the decision to take.

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