Category: Running a Business

One-third of small businesses couldn’t afford to pay their rent in the last six months. And more than half of renters have seen a commercial rent increase. If you’re wondering how we got here and the ways small business funding can help, that’s where Nav comes in.  This article examines why inflation is hitting the commercial real estate market, how tenants and landlords are both affected, and what you can do if you’re a small business struggling to pay rent. … Read More

If you’re a business owner in the restaurant industry, then you understand the importance of your restaurant's being up-to-date to have success. Whether you’re opening a new restaurant, establishing a new location, or renovating an already existing one, a restaurant improvement loan and other financing options can help. Some financing options include: Traditional bank loansBusiness line of creditEquipment loansCommercial real estate loansMerchant Cash Advance Small Business Administration (SBA) loans This article explains your financing options and how they can help your… Read More

If you’re worried about the potential impact of a recession on your small business, you’re not alone. Business owners are bracing for an economic downturn, with no idea when that may happen or how bad it may be. Eight in ten small business owners believe the economy will enter into a recession this year, according to The CNBC|SurveyMonkey Small Business Index Q2 2022 survey.  CEOs of larger businesses surveyed by The Conference Board were slightly less pessimistic. Nearly 60% said… Read More