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How to Prepare for a Business Loan
Prepare lender-ready basics before applying: use of funds, financials, debt picture, projections, documents, and repayment logic.
How to use it
Define exactly how funds will be used.
Gather financial statements and tax returns.
Prepare a repayment story backed by numbers.
Owner Playbook
Detailed instructions
1
Clarify the request
A lender wants to know how much you need, why you need it, and how the money helps the business repay.
Write the use of funds.
Separate working capital from equipment, inventory, marketing, or expansion.
Avoid vague requests.
2
Organize documents
Being organized reduces delays and improves confidence.
Gather tax returns, financial statements, bank statements, debt schedule, and legal documents.
Check bookkeeping accuracy.
Explain unusual changes.
3
Prepare the repayment logic
The story must connect the loan to future cash flow.
Show conservative projections.
Identify repayment source.
Know what happens if sales are slower than expected.
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