Matthew Gilman
FOUNDER AND CEO OF SMB COMPASS
Education
Indiana University Bloomington
Expertise
GovCon Financing Expert, Asset Based Lending, Invoice Factoring, SMB Advocate
Featured In
- American Express
- Business News Daily
- Business.com
- American Window Cleaner
- SBDC
Experience
Ezra Cabrera is an expert in small business growth. She has a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, majoring in Entrepreneurial Marketing. Since 2018, she has dedicated herself to empowering small business owners by delivering actionable insights through her articles. With expertise spanning small business financing, marketing, and management, Ezra has become a trusted resource for entrepreneurs looking to grow their businesses. Her work reflects a deep commitment to helping business owners make informed decisions, ultimately driving success in a competitive market.
Articles by Ezra Cabrera
Asset-Based Line of Credit: How to Know If It’s Right for Your Business
| Share on Facebook Share on Linkedin Share on Twitter Contents Key Takeaways Asset-based lines of credit rely mainly on the value of the collateral presented by the borrower, which usually includes real- estate, inventory, and equipment. One of the surefire benefits of an asset-based line of credit includes faster approvals and funding than traditional…
Read MoreA Guide to Invoice Factoring for Small Businesses
| Share on Facebook Share on Linkedin Share on Twitter Contents Dozens of unpaid invoices can put a dent in small business cash flow. Since your clients don’t usually pay you right away for the goods and services rendered, invoice factoring can provide immediate funding so you can continue to pay for payroll, utilities, and…
Read MoreFacts About Inventory Loans for Small Business
| Share on Facebook Share on Linkedin Share on Twitter Contents Inventory loans for small business is ideal for enterprises dealing with rapidly moving inventory and expanding working capital. An entrepreneur should take the time to understand what this financing option is, how it can help, and what it requires from the borrower. Defining Inventory…
Read MoreFactoring Invoices Pros and Cons: An In-Depth Look at the Mechanics of Invoice Factoring
| Share on Facebook Share on Linkedin Share on Twitter Contents Invoice factoring is a type of financing that allows entrepreneurs to advance cash against the value of their accounts receivables. In other words, you take out a loan ahead of the cash that you’re yet to collect from your customers or debtors.Let’s define invoice…
Read MoreA Definitive Guide to Asset-Based Finance
| Share on Facebook Share on Linkedin Share on Twitter Contents Key Takeaways Asset-based finance or asset-based lending requires borrowers to put up collateral to qualify. Some of the most common collaterals you can use are real estate, accounts receivables, heavy equipment, and inventory. Note that lenders won’t offer a fixed interest rate for asset-based…
Read MoreA Beginner’s Guide to Invoice Financing Definition for Business Growth
| Share on Facebook Share on Linkedin Share on Twitter Contents Invoice financing is a type of short-term borrowing extended to your business by a lending institution based on your customer’s unpaid invoices. It means you can get your invoices paid immediately rather than waiting for a longer time. Collecting payments from your customers can…
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