How to Get a Small Business Loan (Step-by-Step Guide)

Brian walks through the full process of applying for and securing a small business loan — what lenders look for and how to prepare.

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Where the ClearValue Lending team would start

Brian's video covers the strategy. Here's where our editorial team points business owners next — chosen for fit, not commissions. ClearValue may earn a commission from some partners, which never changes these picks.

• Compare your business loan options — MCA, line of credit, term loan, equipment, SBA — see which fits your revenue and time in business.
• How your credit score affects funding — What lenders actually weigh, and the floors for each product.