Merchant Cash Advance Blog

A new study finds cash flow a major issue for SMBs

According to a recent Mercator report titled The Cash Flow Conundrum, of 2,000 small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) in the U.S. surveyed for the study, cash flow is one of the primary concerns that keep SMB owners up at night.

More women own small businesses than ever before and that number is increasing dramatically on a daily basis. With more access to funding and countless opportunities to start businesses from home, women are taking full advantage and diving into entrepreneurship. While there is still a lot of work to be done, there has been tremendous progress over the last few decades. Not only are women succeeding, they are outperforming their male counterparts in many areas and showing they have always belonged. Here we take a look at a few trends and statistics that highlight the advancement of women in small business.

Competing in today’s retail market can be a challenge for small businesses who lack the resources for multi-million-dollar ad campaigns. Finding differentiators is essential to the survival of small retail. The best way to set yourself apart from large retailers is with a first-class personalized customer experience.

There are sure to be a lot of moving parts with small business tax preparations this year, and it is likely a good idea to hire on an expert to ensure everything is filed properly. That being said, there are some important notes to consider prior to filing.

A business cash advance is an investment in and of itself. This type of funding allows you to spend your funding on anything you need to improve your business, but it is always a good idea to have a clear plan. Making investments that provide your business an opportunity to grow and ultimately increase your profitability is necessary in order to remain competitive as a small business.