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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

CAN Capital Review – Products, Rates, Qualifications, and More

By Ezra Cabrera / June 7, 2023

CAN Capital Review – Products, Rates, Qualifications, and More | Share on Facebook Share on Linkedin Share on Twitter Contents In the world of business, finding a trustworthy online lender is essential for success. CAN Capital is a prominent lending company known for having excellent reviews and offering merchant cash advances. In our lender review…

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9 Tips for Managing a Small Business Loan to Ensure On-Time Payments

By Ezra Cabrera / May 30, 2023

9 Tips for Managing a Small Business Loan to Ensure On-Time Payments | Share on Facebook Share on Linkedin Share on Twitter Contents Many small-business owners wanted to be their own boss after becoming disillusioned at their day job – only to discover that there’s a lot of work at every company that goes on…

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7 Ways to Maximize Your Business’s Marketing Efforts on a Limited Budget

By Ezra Cabrera / May 3, 2023

7 Ways to Maximize Your Business’s Marketing Efforts on a Limited Budget | Share on Facebook Share on Linkedin Share on Twitter Contents Whether you operate a small business as a side hustle, a mature but moderately successful start-up, or you went all-in on your passion after losing your enthusiasm for your 9-to-5, you’re probably…

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Funding Your Business Growth: An Overview of Business Expansion Loans

By Ezra Cabrera / February 12, 2023

Business loans can be used to help your business in many ways.

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Business Loan Personal Guarantees: What You Need to Know

By Ezra Cabrera / February 7, 2023

Business Loan Personal Guarantees: What You Need to Know | Share on Facebook Share on Linkedin Share on Twitter Contents As a business owner, you may be asked to provide a personal guarantee when borrowing money or taking out a lease. A personal guarantee is an agreement that you will be personally responsible for debt…

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Line of Credit vs Term Loans: Which is Right for Your Business

By Ezra Cabrera / February 6, 2023

A smart small business owner knows that building a solid financing plan…

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Unsecured Business Loan: A Guide to Borrowing Without Collateral

By Ezra Cabrera / January 18, 2023

Unsecured Business Loan: A Guide to Borrowing Without Collateral | Share on Facebook Share on Linkedin 𝕏 Share on Twitter Contents An unsecured business loan can be a great way to get the capital resources your business needs. But before you make any financial decisions, it’s important to understand what an unsecured loan is, how…

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Is a Small Business Loan Secured or Unsecured?

By Ezra Cabrera / January 14, 2023

Is a Small Business Loan Secured or Unsecured? | Share on Facebook Share on Linkedin Share on Twitter Contents Small business loans can be secured or unsecured depending on the loan you’re applying for. In a nutshell, secured business loans are backed by collateral, while unsecured loans aren’t. Each option has its risks and merits,…

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Denied SBA Loan: What You Can Do About It

By Ezra Cabrera / December 23, 2022

Denied SBA Loan: What You Can Do About It | Share on Facebook Share on Linkedin Share on Twitter Contents SBA loans are one of the most popular loans among small business owners. The Small Business Administration’s (SBA) goal is to provide affordable financing to those who can’t get it elsewhere. Those who qualify enjoy…

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From Blastar to Twitter: A Complete Timeline of Elon Musk’s Wealth

By Ezra Cabrera / December 21, 2022

From Blastar to Twitter: A Complete Timeline of Elon Musk’s Wealth | Share on Facebook Share on Linkedin Share on Twitter Elon Musk has been one of the world’s wealthiest people in recent years. But how exactly did he manage to go from zero to $199 billion? To find out, let’s take a look at…

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