In any economic climate, it is challenging to find the funds to set up a business. For small business owners who need a loan, obtaining a credit can seem like an impossible task. But the process becomes much easier with a proper preparation and understanding of the importance of generating income from the company’s core business,  And positive cash flow in the decision-making process by the bank.

Getting credit is not a lottery but requires meticulous preparation and an understanding of how banks work. The approval decision is based on very important issues – company capital, available guarantees, credit conditions, solvency and cash flow.

Ask for the Right Loan at the Right Bank

Loan applications are often rejected because borrowers are looking for a type of loan that bank cannot grant. For example, for a company that needs money to finance a new production line, a longer-term investment credit would be more appropriate than a credit line, that usually has a one-year or two-year and is mainly aimed at financing and sustaining the cash flow.  So do not ask for a long-term credit to banks that are reluctant to invest. When looking for a bank loan, make sure that your business is not restricted from lending. If not, look for another bank. Applying for the right credit from the right bank is the first step towards obtaining approval.

Outcome the Future Cash Flow

Most claims are denied, as the bank’s financial analyst cannot find sufficient cash receipts to support reimbursements. Cash flow is typically calculated as net income (operating income – operating expenses) plus interest expense, depreciation and other non-recurring expenses and prepared by monthly, semi-annually, annually or even over a longer period of time.

Providing additional information, such as the existence of contracts to be concluded and providing some future income, may be the key to approving the loan. Start by creating a brief business story, outlining both the negative situations you have encountered in the past and the positive aspects if you have faced unusual circumstances in any of the past two or three years.  That will boost revenue growth.

Preparing a business plan with detailed projections is crucial. The business plan should contain details of future contracts that will support the loan and provide a detailed explanation of how the funds will be used. A good bank counselor will ask the right questions to help you convert your credit application into a credit agreement, but you have to prove that you have the control of the discussions.

Take Care of Personal Scoring

For small business owners, personal credit scoring has a major impact on the credit. Thus, improving scoring before looking for a loan is vital. “Improving” scoring, in this case, means actually making personal credit rates on time.

Most people do not understand that late payment rates will affect their credit score, so if you have other loans contracted in the past in person, make sure you do not have delays, whether it is a real estate loan,  personal or even credit card.

Good Business Plan

The most important aspects that bank managers take into account when accepting a loan, a good business plan and financial forecasts for the coming months. The good news is that you can do all this with a little preparation and good documentation. You need to address your goals, strategy and business place in the long run.