According to PayNet, A lending provider of small business credit data and analysis, the month of May had an all time high in small business lending. The number of borrowers who are looking to expand their business, increase capital, and reinvest in their companies is strong. Business owners are starting to see the benefits that come from small business loans and are less and less afraid to dive into them.
Lending institutions are now approving incoming business financing requests at rates never seen before. In June, Big banks have approved about 26.1% of applications. Community and regional banks are up to a 49.6% approval rate and the numbers keep going up.
As the economy strengthens, optimism will also reach more and more small businesses. Entrepreneurs are more confident in their decision making and are willing to take necessary risks to improve their business. According to the monthly NFIB survey, the markets are performing well and small business optimism is at an all time high.
If you are at the point where you are thinking about taking out a small business loan, make sure you are prepared and have all your information in order.
The most important thing you can have when applying for small business loans is to have a plan in place. Business plans are not only good to keep your business going, but lending companies also like to know what they are putting their money into. A good business plan must have specific details about how the loan will be used, detailed company description, owner investment, as well as a realistic financial projection.
As you are applying for the loan, make sure to fill everything out without leaving any question untouched. Most lending institutions reject incomplete business loans. Having a few years worth’s of tax returns come in handy and other financial statements that can prove to be useful can go a long way.