Many small-business owners know that they need a loan, but they might not know what type of loan they need. Like businesses, all loans are not created equal, and going after the right loan not only increases the odds that you’ll qualify for that loan; it ensures that you’ll be able to pay it back.

Every business owner (and banker) knows that money is important. But it becomes even more important when you don’t have any. That’s where the paradox comes in: The people who don’t need money can get it easily, while the ones who need it can’t get any. Or so it seems. Your banker needs to know

The relationship between a banker and a businessperson is like many others — it requires trust, teamwork and shared goals to be truly successful. As a businessperson, it’s important that you do everything possible to keep things running smoothly in the relationship for your banker. Keep in mind that your banker has a boss, too,