Small businesses across the country have faced significant pressure in recent months, but signs point to a meaningful shift.Despite headwinds like inflation and new tariffs, many entrepreneurs are adapting, evolving, and investing in smart growth strategies. With indicators suggesting renewed stability, the second half of the year is poised for greatness. Small Business Sentiment Snapshot73%...Read More

SBA Loan Changes in 2025: What Small Business Owners Need to Know The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) recently announced updates to its lending programs. These changes, centered around the new SOP 50 10 8, revised 7(a) loan fees, and expanded fraud prevention protocols, could reshape how small business owners access SBA-backed capital.What are the changes?...Read More

At Coast Funding, one of the most common questions we hear from prospective clients is: “Do I qualify?” Whether it’s through social media, referrals, or inbound inquiries, business owners want to know what it takes to work with us — and rightfully so. This article is designed to answer that question. We want to provide...Read More