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The Stearns Bank Small Business blog has you covered from relevant industry topics to guidance on big business banking decisions. Read our latest articles that might give you the advice you’ve been looking for to help your small business succeed.

Why Now Is a Great Time to Apply for a Farm Loan

Why Now Is a Great Time to Apply for a Farm Loan

Posted by: Stearns Bank on Jan 23, 2023

Discover why now is a great time to apply for a USDA FSA farm loan from Stearns Bank.

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Let’s Talk SBA Express Loans

Let’s Talk SBA Express Loans

Posted by: Stearns Bank on Jan 11, 2023

Learn about SBA Express Loans, including the loan requirements, approval time, and many benefits.

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5 FAQs about USDA B&I Loans

5 FAQs about USDA B&I Loans

Posted by: Stearns Bank on Nov 21, 2022

Explore 5 frequently asked questions about the USDA Business & Industry Loan Program (B&I), including requirements and restrictions.

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How Can Banks Drive Change in Low-Income Communities?

How Can Banks Drive Change in Low-Income Communities?

Posted by: Stearns Bank in partnership with African Development Center on Nov 16, 2022

Learn how Stearns Bank is partnering with community organizations to improve access and facilitate lending to low-income communities.

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What Is the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit Program?

What Is the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit Program?

Posted by: Stearns Bank on Nov 11, 2022

Fund your project with a Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) and Stearns Bank’s trusted commercial finance team.

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5 Ways a Small Business Loan Can Help Your Business Grow

5 Ways a Small Business Loan Can Help Your Business Grow

Posted by: Stearns Bank on Oct 06, 2022

How can you use a small business loan to grow your business? Find out from a Preferred SBA Lender.

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The Importance of Supporting Entrepreneurism and Start-Ups Within Black Communities

The Importance of Supporting Entrepreneurism and Start-Ups Within Black Communities

Posted by: Stearns Bank in partnership with African Development Center on Aug 30, 2022

The Black community has always had to face the realities of a system that was designed, whether consciously or unconsciously, to make life harder for them.

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The Benefits of Getting Financing for Small Business Equipment

The Benefits of Getting Financing for Small Business Equipment

Posted by: Stearns Bank on Jul 13, 2022

Grow your business quickly with financing from Stearns Bank. We craft small business equipment loans to fit your business & its goals!

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Cold Storage & The Food Supply Chain

Cold Storage & The Food Supply Chain

Posted by: Stearns Bank on Jun 15, 2022

Cold storage is a vital link in the food supply chain. Limited-time funding can help start or grow this and other food supply chain businesses.

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Difference-Makers Unite: Great Ways to Lend a Hand

Difference-Makers Unite: Great Ways to Lend a Hand

Posted by: Stearns Bank on Feb 24, 2022

At any given moment, someone in the world is lonely, hungry, homeless, or overwhelmed. In this article, we’re sharing our favorite ways to lend a hand.

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