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Ezra Cabrera

CONTENT TEAM LEAD AT SMB COMPASS

Education

Indiana University Bloomington

Expertise

GovCon Financing Expert, Asset Based Lending, Invoice Factoring, SMB Advocate

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Matthew Gillman is the founder and CEO of SMB Compass, a bespoke business financing company focused on providing financing and education to small businesses across the U.S. The company has provided over $250 million to more than 1,250 businesses. Coming from a family of small business owners sparked Matthew’s passion to not only become an entrepreneur, but also to work with his fellow entrepreneurs to build long-lasting relationships.

Articles by Ezra Cabrera

alternative business loans

The Pros and Cons of Alternative Business Loans

By Ezra Cabrera / October 7, 2019

The economic decline back in 2007 to 2008 has made a lasting impact on traditional financing institutions.

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Working Capital Financing

Working Capital Financing: Common Mistakes that Hurt Your Business

By Ezra Cabrera / October 4, 2019

Did you know that proper financial management is just as important as finding new customers and increasing sales?

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keep customer happy

How to Keep Your Customers Happy: The Secrets to Success

By Ezra Cabrera / October 3, 2019

Did you know that 78% of customers bail on transactions due to poor customer experience?

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plumbing contractor loans

Plumbing Contractor Loans | 8 Must-Have Tips for Starting a Plumbing Business

By Ezra Cabrera / October 1, 2019

Did you know that the current demand for plumbers is growing at a fast rate?

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Medical Practice Loans

Medical Business Loans: Tips on Reducing Your Practice’s Costs

By Ezra Cabrera / September 30, 2019

When you’re running a medical practice, you’re also running a business.

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denied business loan

5 Steps to Take After Being Denied a Small Business Loan

By Ezra Cabrera / September 27, 2019

Entrepreneurs know that the path to success is not a straight line.

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Restaurant business loans

Top 7 Budgeting Mistakes for Restaurant Businesses

By Ezra Cabrera / September 26, 2019

What happens if you don’t properly budget your finances?

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personal guarantee sba loans

Why Do Lenders Need Personal Guarantees for SBA Loans?

By Ezra Cabrera / September 19, 2019

There’s a clear distinction between your personal and business assets.

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Successful Plan For Your Future

5 Ways To Successfully Plan For Your Future | SMB Compass

By Ezra Cabrera / September 19, 2019

When you are young, you don’t always think to start planning for your future until it is too late.

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sba loan rejected

6 Reasons Why Your SBA Loan Application was Rejected

By Ezra Cabrera / September 18, 2019

Small business owners are no strangers to the challenges of securing a bank loan.

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