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Loan & Grant Options For Minority Business Owners

Loan & Grant Options For Minority Business Owners

Posted by: Stearns Bank on Aug 27, 2021

Minority-owned businesses can benefit from special loan opportunities. We break down available loan and grant programs.

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Stearns Bank, Skalicky Collaborate On OCC's Project REACh

Stearns Bank, Skalicky Collaborate On OCC's Project REACh

Posted by: Stearns Bank on Aug 18, 2021

After joining OCC MDI collaboration meetings, Stearns Bank President and CEO Kelly Skalicky formed bank partnerships that have delivered welcomed benefits.

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Loan Options Available For Rural Small Businesses

Loan Options Available For Rural Small Businesses

Posted by: Stearns Bank on Jul 23, 2021

Rural America is vital to the nation’s economy and small businesses located in these communities can use these loan options to continue their growth.

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Pandemic Doesn’t Slow Down Eye Care Practice's Approach To Expansion

Pandemic Doesn’t Slow Down Eye Care Practice's Approach To Expansion

Posted by: Stearns Bank on Mar 26, 2021

Bettner Vision in Colorado Springs, Colorado, used a PPP loan to stay on track with expansion plans despite being closed during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Business Structure Determines Tax and Liability Responsibilities

Business Structure Determines Tax and Liability Responsibilities

Posted by: Stearns Bank on Jul 30, 2020

Selecting what kind of legal structure your business has will guide decisions on everything from operations to how taxes are paid. Learn more in this blog.

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6 Tips For Restarting Your Business After COVID-19

6 Tips For Restarting Your Business After COVID-19

Posted by: Stearns Bank on Apr 30, 2020

There are different steps each business owner must take before reopening their doors to the public after COVID-19. Here are six tips to get you started.

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The Importance Of Having A Business Mentor

The Importance Of Having A Business Mentor

Posted by: Stearns Bank on Feb 20, 2020

As a business startup, a mentor with experience in your industry could be beneficial. With the help of this blog, you can start your mentor search today.

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Stearns Bank Lender Reaps Benefits From Continued Education

Stearns Bank Lender Reaps Benefits From Continued Education

Posted by: Stearns Bank on Jan 09, 2020

Stearns Bank commercial lender David Feriancek recently earned a degree from the Graduate School of Banking at Colorado.

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How To Start A Successful Medical Practice

How To Start A Successful Medical Practice

Posted by: Stearns Bank on Jan 02, 2020

Medical professionals may not have the business acumen to be an instant success. Here are tips to get off on the right foot if you’re starting a practice.

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Seven Steps To Take In Franchising Your Business Concept

Seven Steps To Take In Franchising Your Business Concept

Posted by: Stearns Bank on Mar 21, 2019

So, what’s it going to take to make your small business a franchise concept? It will require self-evaluation, but also perseverance and patience.

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