Happy Thanksgiving from First Down Funding

November 27th at 5:11am

First Down Funding wishes all Small Business Owners from coast to coast, a very Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family.

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First Down Funding – When Do Short-Term Business Funding Make Sense for Your Business?

November 26th at 2:37pm

First Down Funding specializes in approving small businesses across the United States for Small Business Funding since 2012. Apply Today and Get Funded Tomorrow. There was a time not too many years ago when the local bank was the only place to get small business funding. For a number of reasons, that isn’t always the case today. In fact, funding purpose, credit profile, and other factors play an important role in determining where a small business owner should look for financing, the type of small business funding that makes the most sense, and what type of cost of working capital…

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AMAZON VS. ALIBABA

November 25th at 10:34pm

Two giants dominate the world’s e-commerce market.  Both without a storefront and relying only on their loyal online customer base.  Amazon and Alibaba are these notable players, Jeff Bezos and Jack Ma respectively founded the companies that influence consumers pricing and product demand.  While Amazon is king for American consumers and Alibaba is a the go-to-site in China, companies within the industry follow their practices to better manage marketing and operations.  Even though the mode of operation of both companies looks similar at first glance, they are quite different. Here’s a comparison of their business models for any entrepreneur’s notebook. Amazon…

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THE FITNESS BUSINESS HITS $30 BILLION

November 24th at 2:19am

The fitness industry is booming and shows no signs of slowing down.  An average of 20% of Americans have gym memberships, and the demand for health foods is increasing by 10% each year. Here are key elements that every investor and entrepreneur should consider before investing in this industry. 1. Health insurance costs The rising cost of health insurance has propelled corporations to subsidize and promote healthier habits.  Corporations are allocating a larger budget towards health benefits including gym facilities and healthier food options for their employees. 2. The new demand for healthy foods. Healthy products have increased in demand…

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POOR CREDIT SCORE – A ROADBLOCK TO PROGRESS

November 23rd at 5:08pm

An ideal or excellent credit score is essential in the borrowing world. As good credit record opens the door of opportunities for an entrepreneur to avail a variety of services by any alternative funding organization similarly the poor credit history can result in the seizing of your assets, charged-off accounts, no funding approval or credit card accounts for the sustenance of your business that can ultimately lead your company to downfall. Besides, to improve your credit score you will need another funding that means anther trouble because you will end up in no or less payment on time, and in…

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AUTOMOTIVE: THE ELECTRIC CAR RACE

November 22nd at 8:56pm

When it comes to technology and business opportunities, there’s no better time to live than today.  The new economy of automation is changing how we live and it’s also forcing many industries to innovate.  The automotive industry is one of those exciting sectors that is completely reinventing transportation and people’s daily lives.  The electric car without a doubt is increasing acceptance and its opening new solutions, not only for our carbon foot print but also to solve traffic problems in many metropolitan areas.  The race is on, with Tesla leading in innovation, however, other manufacturers are releasing their own models…

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Your Part In Boosting Business With Small Funding Organizations

November 21st at 5:04pm

For an entrepreneur, access to small funding organizations is super easy as they have a team of professionals who are dedicated to practicing robust strategies for the provision of a variety of funding. As these organizations are aimed to boost local businesses, that’s why their funding are uniquely designed to fulfill their needs. Because all alternative funding organizations are governed by federal agencies that’s why there is no threat of inauthenticity. Besides, every organization claims top-notch and customer-centric services, but as an entrepreneur, you know which organization you should choose for the sustenance of your business. All small funding organizations…

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THE FUTURE OF THE FILM INDUSTRY

November 20th at 9:37pm

The film business has been a glamorized dream for many and a booming industry for others.  Movie studios had for many years a business model that was set on a series of protocols and rules that was tightly controlled by their executives.  However, in the last 5 years, digital streaming has changed those rules and the industry is changing rapidly.  Whether you are an actor, director, producer, or any participant on the financial business of this entertainment industry,  you must be aware of some predictions from top experts, as a new normal is taking shape: The film industry will become leaner…

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