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We’re a diverse and distributed team of technologists working together to transform small business banking. We’re making bold moves and scaling quickly under the committed leadership of an executive team working on behalf of entrepreneurs and the forward-thinking banks that serve them.


How we work


Our core values help enable us to pursue an ambitious and important vision and to make an immediate impact in the lives of the entrepreneurs we serve. We believe in diversity of thought and perspectives, which is why we rotate authors on our team to ensure our blog content reflects varying viewpoints. This allows each SmartBiz team member to contribute to providing valuable resources to small business owners.

About the SmartBiz Editorial Process

Our writers and editors work hard to provide the most accurate and up-to-date blog posts. Our editorial process reflects our vision and standards and applies to all content. Learn more about how we write, edit, and fact check our posts:

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December 14, 2020

How to Get a Business Loan Without Collateral in 5 Steps

Finding the right loan can be a confusing process. Small-business owners are looking to make a profit and lenders hoping to get their money back plus interest and... Read More
December 14, 2020

Powerful Benefits of Blogging for Your Small Business

With the rapid evolution of technology, ever-changing consumer demands, and the 2020 pandemic driving shoppers online, it’s now more important than ever for small... Read More
December 11, 2020

IRS 2553 Instructions: Everything You Need to Know

Part of the process of launching a small business includes choosing your tax status. This classification is not just a formality: it can affect your tax liabilities... Read More
December 11, 2020

Type of Entity: The Complete Guide

No two companies operate exactly the same, but most companies fall into several common types of business entities. The government regulates these business entity types... Read More
December 11, 2020

6 Types Of Business Operations Be Familiar With

When you’re starting a business, you have more than just your product and service offerings to consider. You should also choose a type of business operation that... Read More
December 10, 2020

Best Tips on Online Branding for Your Business

Today, when running a small business, an online marketing strategy is an absolute must. The explanation for it is simple – this is the fastest way to build up your... Read More
December 07, 2020

Proposal Automation: How to Save Money for Your Business

Businesses are always looking for ways to reduce costs, save time and increase efficiency, especially during the coronavirus pandemic. Some businesses are growing... Read More
December 04, 2020

Example of Income Statement, Format and Structure

With the amount of money that regularly moves in and out of your company, you’ll need to thoroughly understand your company’s spending and earning to properly analyze... Read More
December 03, 2020

3 Things to Consider When Expanding a Small Business

The average small business takes two to three years to reach profitability, but the actual amount of time it takes depends largely on a business’s startup expenses,... Read More

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