bank financing

• Women Shun Business Loan Applications

  By Michelle A. Samaad  |  May 15, 2013

  At a time when some credit unions are looking for ways to boost their loan portfolios, they may want to consider ­giving more consideration to two groups that fear seeking out financing for their business start-ups or expansions.

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  Falkland Islands Turns to U.S. for CU Framework Assistance

  By Michelle A. Samaad  |  April 30, 2013

  South Atlantic islanders seeking better access to credit, share in ownership.

• Women, Minority-Owned Businesses More Likely to Rely on Own Funds: SBA

  By Michelle A. Samaad  |  April 24, 2013

  New report finds they're also less likely to seek credit, fearing denial.

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  Guest Opinion: Securitization Is on a Comeback

  February 5, 2012

  Slowly and surely, trickles of deals are getting financed. Markets, as we all know, are cyclical, with some bubbles, booms, and busts.

• Business Lending Pilot at St. Mary’s Bank

  July 17, 2011

  Through a new program, St. Mary’s Bank is looking to offer mini loans to start ups and small emerging companies that it said are finding it difficult to obtain more traditional bank financing.

• St. Mary’s Bank Debuts Small Business Pilot Loan Program

  By Michelle Samaad  |  July 6, 2011

  Another CU joins the ranks of small business lenders.

• Hiring Still On Hold for Many Small Businesses, Survey Shows

  By Michelle A. Samaad  |  June 16, 2010

  Small business owners are still skittish about hiring new employees even as some indicated they have access to the credit and financing needed to keep their firms running.

• Redstone Sets Up Card Dining Club Link

  By Jim Rubenstein  |  April 7, 2010

  The $2.7 billion Alabama's Redstone Federal Credit Union is a firm advocate that CUs must stress member value over rate and convenience to ensure growth.