Thinking Ahead Business Series

Unless you’re a service-based business that must get “up close and personal” with clients, it’s likely that your business depends almost entirely on digital tools for most of your communications and interactions. AT&T found that 66 percent of small businesses would fail without wireless technology, while 41% of business owners have plans to increase technology […]

Previously, we talked about cash flow and the importance of bridging gaps before they happen. But do you know how to prepare if your business needs to take on debt? Perhaps you want to expand your business, or you’re pursuing other opportunities. According to a recent report by the Federal Reserve, nearly 60% of small […]

President Dwight D. Eisenhower famously said, “Plans are useless, but planning is indispensable.” When you’re running a business or organization, it can be difficult to find the time to step back and look at your operations, goals and opportunities. In fact, it’s easy to fall into doing the same thing over and over without realizing […]

With the advent of the digital age, one-on-one conversation is becoming a thing of the past. With it has gone the fine art of listening — one of the most valuable tools for any relationship, both business and personal, using emails as a substitute for really listening and gathering feedback. In fact, if you fail […]

Just like individuals making significant purchases or investments such as homes, cars, and education, business owners need loans to start, run, and grow their businesses. But each business and business owner has a unique story and circumstances, and traditional loans are not always the best fit for those needs. That’s where the U.S. Small Business […]

With unemployment rates at a historic low in many sectors, it’s no surprise companies are looking for ways to retain their existing employees and position themselves competitively when recruiting new hires. Capital Finance Bank is no exception. Based on our experience, we’ve found that a key factor in attracting and retaining employees is benefits — defined […]

A tailwind surges behind a boat, or a business, moving it farther along on its chosen path, at a quickening pace — a pace that can be a challenge to rein in. The 2018 economy looks promising for business owners. With regulatory changes and the unraveling impact of new tax cuts, there’s money out there […]