Three Alternatives to Big-Bank Borrowing

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December 1, 2010
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NEWS  THIS WEEK'S TOP STORY Three Alternatives to Big-Bank Borrowing Small businesses that are rejected by the banking behemoths shouldn't overlook nonbank lenders, community and regional banks, and community development financial institutions

Inside: This Week in SmallBiz If you haven't had luck landing a business loan or credit line from the big banks you've approached, don't expect your odds to improve any time soon. That's advice Monica Mehta shares in her recent column on alternative borrowing options. She suggests business owners look into nonbank lenders, community and regional banks, and community development financial institutions. Also on tap: Learn why the "buy local" movement just got a boost from American Express. Hear from founders whose companies were acquired by Google. Finally, flip through a slide show with profiles on self-made billionaires. Enjoy. --Nick Leiber SEND FEEDBACK  |  E-MAIL A FRIEND  |  GET RSS  |  NEWSLETTERS

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