If you run a business and have time to watch television, your favorite reality show is likely Shark Tank. The show provides lovers of entrepreneurship with a candy-like fix by showcasing interesting business ideas that may or may not catch the attention of the “shark” investors. While I love the show’s entertainment value and admit that […]
Category Archives: SBA 504 Blog
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Sep
Sep
Regardless of the economic climate, arguments can always be made for why small business owners should purchase their commercial properties. With a steadily growing economy and still historically low interest rates, reasons to buy rather than rent are incredibly compelling right now. I have worked with entrepreneurs and the U.S. Small Business Administration for more […]
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Jul
Jul
No time for loans? A huge myth surrounding SBA loans is that they’re very complicated to obtain, and the process takes way too long. Fountainhead always emphasizes that the enemy is not the SBA loan. Your experience with them relies on the lender you choose to borrow with. When you choose to grow with us, […]
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Jun
Jun
The most common question I get from business owners is whether they should rent or buy their property. The answer is simple. In almost every case, it’s going to be far cheaper to own the property than to rent it. Business owners are surprised when we explain how they can own their property without tweaking […]
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Apr
Apr
I’m in beautiful San Diego today for the AAHOA (Asian American Hotel Owner’s Association) Convention. There are close to 7,000 hotel owners meeting for several days and the entrepreneurial energy is palpable. I look around at thousands of business owners and feel incredible admiration for their hard work and willingness to take risks. In many […]
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Apr
Apr
Congratulations to our client and friends at Atlanta Peach Movers. They closed a refinance of approximately $3.6 million in total on this warehouse. They’ve been serving the Atlanta and Southeast markets for over 30 years and are the official movers for the Atlanta Braves and Atlanta Hawks. The company is a success story for small […]
Linda McMahon resigned last week as Administrator of the SBA. She brought a fresh, real-world view with her entrepreneurial experience. She knew how to effectively ignite small business growth and will be missed. Be Like McMahon I enjoyed McMahon’s leadership because she knew how to get things done. She was an actual business owner leading […]
2019 will be at the quarter mark in just 10 days. Are you on track to meet your business and personal goals set in January? Is company growth 25% of the way there? Take 15 minutes today to do a quarterly assessment. If you’re not hitting your marks, pivot strategy to get back on track. […]
We all know that small business is the backbone of our country. 2016 Census data shows that 98% of US businesses have less than 20 workers. No matter the size business, I’m a raving fan of entrepreneurs and business owners. That’s who Fountainhead exists to serve. I was honored to speak with John Siracusa for […]
Media has run the full spectrum recently from high profile arrests to politics to entertainment awards… all of it very dramatic. Who of us needs more drama? That’s why we’re committed to a logical, efficient and service-driven approach in financing your business needs. I know the process of accessing capital and closing deals can be […]