Author: Susan Guillory
19 small business tax deductions to know in 2022
Written by: Susan Guillory
If you own a small business, one of the easiest ways to boost your profits is to make sure you are taking all the deductions …
What factors affect your credit score?
Written by: Susan Guillory
Your credit score is one of the most influential components when it comes to being approved for loans and credit cards, and it is determined …
How to start a minority woman-owned business
Written by: Susan Guillory
If you own or want to start a business, and you also happen to be female or a member of a minority group, you may …
How does merchant cash advance consolidation work?
Written by: Susan Guillory
For businesses that don’t have great credit and that can’t qualify for conventional or SBA loans, a merchant cash advance (MCA) can be a useful tool. …
7 Life events you should financially prepare for
Written by: Susan Guillory
Many of the major events we experience in life, both planned or unplanned, can have a significant financial impact on our lives. From getting your first …
What is working capital & how do you calculate it?
Written by: Susan Guillory
Editor’s note: Lantern by SoFi seeks to provide content that is objective, independent and accurate. Writers are separate from our business operation and do not receive …
SBA Express Loans: What they are & how to apply
Written by: Susan Guillory
Sometimes an opportunity may come up or an emergency may arise and your small business will need cash fast. That’s when the SBA Express Loan …
Can you refinance your auto loan after repossession?
Written by: Susan Guillory
It’s rare, but it can happen that you’re unable to pay your monthly loan payment on your car and the bank repossesses it. Now you’re …
9 best online MBA programs
Written by: Susan Guillory
If you’re considering furthering your education by earning a master’s degree in business administration, you may be interested in MBA programs that are all or partially …
Is there a prepayment penalty on EIDL loans?
Written by: Susan Guillory
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How long does it take to get EIDL funds after approval?
Written by: Susan Guillory
Editor’s note: At Lantern, we strive to help you make financial decisions with confidence. To do this, we occasionally feature content that includes information about our partners …
EIDL reconsideration: Can you try again after being denied?
Written by: Susan Guillory
Editor’s note: At Lantern, we strive to help you make financial decisions with confidence. To do this, we occasionally feature content that includes information about our …
Applying for a microloan for your startup
Written by: Susan Guillory
If you’re just starting up your company, you may need a little extra financial help to get your business up and running. You might not need a …
Financing a used car with over 100K miles
Written by: Susan Guillory
If you’re thinking about buying an older car, you may want to explore your options for financing a used car with over 100,000 miles on it. …
How income tax withholding works
Written by: Susan Guillory
If you’ve ever looked at your paycheck and wondered where all your hard-earned money went, you’re not alone. Maybe you’ve even seen a line (with a …
Small businesses: Why do your customers churn?
Written by: Susan Guillory
Despite unparalleled success initially when founder Sophie Amaruso turned an eBay business into a $300 million company, the brand ended up filing bankruptcy in 2016. Their main problem sounds simple: …
A small business guide to product pricing
Written by: Susan Guillory
I want to tell you a story, about three cupcake stores… Kara’s Kupcakes sold delicious cupcakes and was known for being the most affordable cupcake store …
