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BridgePay: Alternative funding for business
January 31, 2023

When you’re on the hunt for alternative funding for business, trade credit might not be the first solution that comes to mind. But using trade credit – whether you’re selling to or buying from other businesses – is a convenient and effective way of solving the same cash flow challenges that would push you to…

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Why SMEs that need a business loan are losing interest in business funding
January 23, 2023

We’re going to come out and say it: securing business funding sucks. Outdated business funding processes belong to an anachronistic lending system which – let’s face it – is crumbling under the advance of a more customer-centric fintech industry. SMEs that need a business loan are losing interest in these processes – literally. When you…

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A finance partner is better than a loan facilitator
April 12, 2022

Gone are the days of walking into a bank and putting both your business and yourself on the line in front of a preoccupied loan officer who could on one hand reject your application because they want to leave early, or accept it and tie you into a lifetime of debt and repayments under the…

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What is a good credit score to get small business loans?
January 27, 2020

Credit scores are an important factor for lenders in determining to offer a small business loan to an applicant. To lenders, your credit score reflects how well you handle money. They may interpret a low credit score as an applicant not possessing the proper skills to manage finances.  Can I get a business loan with…

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How do business loans work in South Africa?
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How do business loans work in South Africa 2020?
January 21, 2020

Knowing how business loans work in South Africa is key for every entrepreneur and business owner in the country. Most businesses will require some form of a loan or credit at least once in their lifetime. Small business loans give entrepreneurs to access capital to fund gaps in cash flow and to grow their business….

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How to qualify for a business loan in South Africa in 2020?
December 10, 2019

Getting a business loan in South Africa is easier when you are prepared. Below are three ways to increase your chances of qualifying for the business funding you need to improve your cash flow. Whether you end up applying for a Business loan in South Africa through a bank or opt for a fin-tech online…

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How to get business loans in South Africa 2020?
February 11, 2019

Just about every small and medium-sized business reaches a point where it needs additional financing. Perhaps you’re experiencing cash flow issues, or you’ve identified a growth opportunity and need a small business loan to take your business to the next level. Maybe you need to hire additional staff members or hold extra stock ahead of…

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How to apply for a business loan in South Africa through Bridgement
February 04, 2019

Bridgement offers business loans for small and medium-sized businesses in South Africa. We’ve provided a handy business loan calculator to help you get an idea of what your loan repayments would be. Business loans in South Africa If you’ve got a small or mediums sized business, and you’re looking for a business loan, you may…

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