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Steve Nicastro is a writer and NerdWallet’s authority on personal loans and small business. His work has been featured in USA Today, The Associated Press, The New York Times and MarketWatch. He holds a bachelor’s degree in journalism from Quinnipiac University. Email: [email protected]

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Best Business Loans for Bad Credit 2019

Steve Nicastro
Nov. 21, 2019

Online lenders offer bad credit business loans for small businesses. So even with bad personal credit, compare these financing options.

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Small Business Loans Strong Revenue and the Best Places for Women Entrepreneurs

Best Revenue Loans for Small-Business Financing

Steve Nicastro
Nov. 21, 2019

Online revenue-based loans depend on the strength of your business. Here are the best revenue loans, based on your small-business’s annual revenue.

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Small-Business Term Loans: Where to Find Options

Steve Nicastro
Nov. 21, 2019

A small-business term loan provides upfront cash to invest in and grow your business. Here’s how term loans work, pros and cons and where to find options.

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Small Business Loans to Grow Your Business

Best Business Expansion Loans

Steve Nicastro
Nov. 21, 2019

The right business expansion loan can help you grow your company. Here are the best options for business expansion loans.

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Small business loans for real estate

Commercial Real Estate Loans: Compare Best Options

Steve Nicastro
Nov. 21, 2019

Commercial real estate loans can help you purchase or renovate property, and refinance existing debt. We’ve rounded up your best financing options.

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Unsecured Business Loans: Where to Find Them and How to Qualify

Unsecured Business Loans for Collateral-Free Cash

Steve Nicastro
Dec. 6, 2019

Unsecured business loans don’t require collateral, but your personal assets may still be at risk. Learn more and compare unsecured business loan options.

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Long-Term Business Loans: Best Options for Growth

Long-Term Business Loans: Financing for Growth

Steve Nicastro
Nov. 21, 2019

Long-term business loans up to 10 years can help you expand your company. Here are the best options for established businesses.

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Short term business loans can help in an emergency

Best Short-Term Business Loans 2019

Steve Nicastro
Nov. 21, 2019

Short-term business loans provide cash to handle emergencies and meet other immediate financing needs. Learn about short-term loans and compare options.

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Best Small-Business Loans for Women 2019

Steve Nicastro
Nov. 21, 2019

Compare the best small business loans for women, including SBA loans, personal loans, bad credit loans, and loans for startups and newer businesses.

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Fast Business Loans: Best Options for Quick Cash

Fast Business Loans: Best Lenders for Quick Cash

Steve Nicastro
Nov. 21, 2019

Online lenders provide fast business loans for urgent financing needs, with funding as soon as one day. Here are the top lenders for quick business loans.

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