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Defining and Explaining EBITDA & How It Is Used

Guide to Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization (EBITDA)

Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA), measures a company's overall performance. Learn more about EBITDA today.
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Lauren Ward

Updated April 3, 2024

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What Happens if You Fail to Repay a Business Loan?

Learn all about what happens to business loans if businesses can no longer pay, default, go bankrupt, or fail and close down entirely.

Lauren Ward
March 30, 2022
8 min read
What Happens if You Fail to Repay a Business Loan?

What Is the Federal Discount Rate?

The federal discount rate is the interest rate set by the Federal Reserve (Fed) on loans extended to commercial banks and other institutions. Learn more.

Sulaiman Abdur-Rahman
March 16, 2022
6 min read
What Is the Federal Discount Rate?

Comparing Cash Flow and Profit: What They Are and Why They're Important

Cash flow is not the same as profit, but both are crucial aspects of a business. Learn about what they are and why they are important today.

Susan Guillory
March 16, 2022
8 min read
Comparing Cash Flow and Profit: What They Are and Why They're Important

Here's How Long You Should Keep Your Business Tax Returns

Wondering how long to keep business tax returns? Here’s what you need to know about keeping (and tossing) your business returns and other records.

Susan Guillory
March 14, 2022
7 min read
Here's How Long You Should Keep Your Business Tax Returns

A Guide to Small Business Expansion Loans

When you see an opportunity to expand your business, don't let a lack of cash stand in your way. Here’s what you need to know about loans for small business expansion.

Lauren Ward
March 7, 2022
13 min read
A Guide to Small Business Expansion Loans

What a SWOT Analysis Is and How to Conduct One

A SWOT analysis can help your small business develop a strategic plan for growth — and it’s easy to do. Learn how to conduct a SWOT analysis of your business.

Susan Guillory
February 28, 2022
9 min read
What a SWOT Analysis Is and How to Conduct One

What Is Market Value and How Do You Calculate It?

If you’re looking to find the fair market value of a business, there are several different approaches. Read on to learn how to do a small business valuation.

Susan Guillory
February 28, 2022
8 min read
What Is Market Value and How Do You Calculate It?

Best Cities to Start a Business in the US

Thinking about starting a business? Check out the top 15 cities for starting a small business in 2021.

Lantern
February 9, 2022
16 min read
Best Cities to Start a Business in the US

How to Value a Small Business: Ultimate Guide

How much is your business worth? Whether you’re looking to sell or woo an investor, it’s important to know the value of your small business. Here’s how to figure it out.

Susan Guillory
February 7, 2022
9 min read
How to Value a Small Business: Ultimate Guide

Does a Business Loan Affect Your Personal Credit Score?

Business loans can affect personal credit if your name is connected to the loan. Learn how to keep your business and personal credit histories separate.

Lauren Ward
January 21, 2022
10 min read
Does a Business Loan Affect Your Personal Credit Score?

How to Split Profits in a Small Business Partnership

How do you divide profits in a partnership? It depends on how you set up your business. Here are ideas for how to fairly split money in a business partnership.

Lauren Ward
December 27, 2021
9 min read
How to Split Profits in a Small Business Partnership

$1,000 EIDL Grants for Independent Contractors

Is the $1,000 EIDL grant for freelancers still available? No, but there are other grants and low interest loans available for independent contractors.

Lauren Ward
December 22, 2021
5 min read
$1,000 EIDL Grants for Independent Contractors