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Red Flags Revealed by Your Customers' Financial Statements

Your Virtual Credit Manager

Chapter 11 filings, used by businesses hoping to reorganize, have increased by 34 percent in the first six months of 2024 compared to last year. Chapter 7 commercial liquidation filings are up 28 percent and sub-chapter V small business elections are up a staggering 61 percent despite the filing threshold recently being cut in half.

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What Is a Trade Reference? 

CreditStrong for Business

Have an internal credit policy against D&B reporting. As a small business owner, establishing good business credit should be a priority. However, be aware that you typically need good personal credit to qualify for these accounts. A business credit builder loan might be another good fit.