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Institutional Investors See Resilience in Commercial Real Estate
While the industry is forever changed following the pandemic, portfolio managers expect a rebound ahead. Read more here on Chief...

Rob Philion
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Just Funded!
Just Funded - $2,500,000 working capital SBA 7a loan for a medical practice in Ohio! We saved these clients literally tens of thousands...

Rob Philion
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Business Development Methods for Small Businesses
As a small business owner, I understand the challenges and rewards of growing a company. Business development is the lifeblood of any...

Rob Philion
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Multifamily and Commercial Borrowing Increased 59% in Q3
After a slow start to the year, borrowing and lending backed by commercial real estate properties picked up during the third quarter....

Rob Philion
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This Week's Small Business Outlook
Small Business Outlook for the week of 12/9/2024 - 12/15/2024. Small business optimism is surging post-election, and Main Street...

Rob Philion
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Just Funded!
We reduced the interest rate for this client by 3%, resulting in a monthly savings of close to $2,000. If you would like to lower your...

Rob Philion
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Small Business Weekly Outlook
In the first set of data collected after the election, small business owners are bullish about growth and profitability. Our weekly...

Rob Philion
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6 Holiday Sales Strategies For Small Businesses To Win The Season
Holiday sales are stressful. The season presents both a significant opportunity and a challenge for small businesses and entrepreneurs....

Rob Philion
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SBA-backed Financing Rose 7% to $56B in Fiscal 2024
The Small Business Administration said it backed $56 billion in financing to small businesses and disaster-affected areas during the...

Rob Philion
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SBA Certifies Record # of Diverse-Owned Small Businesses
The agency has certified more than 17,000 diverse-owned small firms this year as part of a broader effort to expand access to federal...

Rob Philion
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Office mortgage delinquencies rise amid broader market stability
Lodging, Retail, and Industrial Loans See Improvement Delinquency rates for commercial mortgages saw a slight overall increase during the...

Rob Philion
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78% of Small, Mid-sized Businesses Expect Revenue Growth
78% of small and mid-sized business owners anticipate revenue growth this year, according to a Bank of America study . While the majority...

Rob Philion
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Weekly Small Business Outlook
This Week's Outlook: Optimism for a post-election uptick in sales continues to remain high. However, small businesses are experiencing a...

Rob Philion
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Top Five Takeaways from the Q3 2024 US CRE Industry Conditions and Sentiment Survey
Key Takeaways Participants in the Q3 2024 survey anticipate interest rates and the cost of capital to continue to decline for commercial...

Rob Philion
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SBA Eligibility - Back Taxes
With the October 15th individual extension deadline looming ahead, it's important to remember that back taxes are not a disqualifier for...

Rob Philion
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What Channel is Working the Best for Small Businesses?
What channels are driving the most sales? Read more here on Entrepreeur.com

Rob Philion
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Small Business Weekly Forecast for 9/23/24 - 9/29/24
This Week's Top Takeaways 84% of small business owners believe that 2025 will be better than this year for their businesses. Small...

Rob Philion
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Top 100 Small Businesses, according to the US Chamber of Commerce
Click here for the full list from the US Chamber of Commerce

Rob Philion
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73% of small businesses have grown in past year despite more than half reporting labor challenges, U.S. Bank report reveals
MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Almost three quarters (73%) of American small business owners say their business has grown in the last...

Rob Philion
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Spending at Small Businesses Rose in July as Consumers Spend More on General Merchandise
Consumers spent more at small businesses in July, a rebound fueled by strong sales of general merchandise and health and personal care...

Rob Philion
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