Once a small business owner has decided that it’s necessary to secure outside financing in order to keep his or her company moving forward, it’s time to figure out which financial vehicle makes the most sense for the company’s specific situation.

When money’s tight, however, small business owners don’t exactly have the luxury of waiting around for a long time to get the money they need to grow their companies. Instead, they need cash quickly.

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If running a company were easy, business owners would be able to invest in equipment and machinery one time and enjoy a return on those investments in perpetuity.

Unfortunately, that’s not the case.

Even the best equipment in the world that’s taken care of thoroughly will eventually wear down. And of course, not everyone takes the best care of their equipment. Be honest: What’s the longest you’ve ever gone without getting an oil change on your personal car? How about a tune-up?

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Last year, holiday retail sales climbed 3.6%. This year, sales are expected to grow even faster over the same period, climbing as much as 4.5% to eclipse $1 trillion.

Wow!

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Running a successful small business is hard work. That’s why so many of them fail.

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While niche industries might not have the same widespread appeal that companies like Amazon and Costco do, they are still supported by dedicated customers who either love what they do (e.g., vegan bakeries or homebrew stores) or are in a pinch and need their services (e.g., local pool cleaning companies or personal injury lawyers based in a specific city).

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