Thinking of a Business Loan? Here are 4 Reasons it’s a Good Idea

1. Starting a Business

Of course, one of the most popular reasons that people seek out a business loan is to, well, start a business. Revolutionary, right? The truth is, many people have great ideas for a business, but having the funds to start something from the ground up is a different story. Thankfully, many lenders give out business loans for this very reason alone.

Getting a business loan to start a business isn’t exactly easy, either. To prove this is a legitimate venture you want to seek out and not just an idea, going through the steps of establishing your business and getting an employee identification number (EIN) can increase your chances. Furthermore, setting a plan in place with goals and ways to grow the business can solidify your legitimacy to some lenders.

2. Getting Equipment

Whether you’re starting a business from scratch or you’re well-established, equipment is most-likely something that you need to account for as you build or grow your business. Depending on the type of equipment you’re looking for, it can get a little pricey, and if you’re just starting your business, you might not have the allocated funds to make such a large purchase.

There might be multiple things you need – machinery, computers or a software subscription for multiple employees. It’s a good idea to determine what you need that is going to help your business grow and increase revenue to ensure that a business loan is the smart financial move.

3. Purchasing a New Location

So your business is doing well. That’s great! But now you’ve outgrown your current space and need to move to a bigger office, or maybe you’re interested in moving to a better location that will help your business grow. Whatever the reason may be, a business loan can definitely help you out. Depending on how long you’ve been in business, you can get better rates on a loan.

4. Marketing

It’s no secret that marketing is one of the best things a business can invest in to help get reach potential customers. Marketing can also get really expensive, but it can be ultimately worth it if it’s executed well and does its job. Whether you want to hire someone to create a radio jingle for you, design a billboard or hire a marketing company to handle your SEO, these expenses add up.

There are many great things about securing a business loan that can help you grow your business and revenue. Doing your research to determine the best ways to distribute the loan and ensuring it goes into the business is the best way to make sure you’re doing right by your company and properly paying the loan over time.

At Bumgardner Morrison, we want to help you and your business succeed. We can offer advice on taking out a business loan, the best ways it can benefit you, and how it will impact your taxes. Contact our office today!