Maryland Banking Blog

Obstacles Facing Women Business Owners — and How to Overcome Them

Monday, May 08, 2017 April Marasco

The number of women-owned businesses has risen dramatically in recent years, a healthy sign for those who value greater diversity in the nation’s economy. Between 2002 and 2012, the number of women-owned firms increased at a rate 2½ times the national average (52% vs. 20%) and employment at women-owned firms grew at a rate 4½ times that of all firms (18% vs. 4%). In 2015, for the first time, ...Read More

How to Boost Your Small Business Credit Score

Monday, May 01, 2017 April Marasco

Are you a small-business owner who’s not getting the love you need from lenders? Are suppliers insisting on terms you find downright unfriendly? The common denominator may be a poor business credit score. Here are some steps you can take to fix it. What goes into your business credit score? Just like a personal credit score, a business credit score measures the level of ...Read More

Do You Know How Your FICO Credit Score Is Calculated?

Friday, April 21, 2017 April Marasco

Guidewell Financial’s’ “Incredible Edible Credit Score” Has the Answer Credit scores and reports aren't just used to determine if consumers qualify for loans and credit cards. They also help determine what interest rate and terms borrowers receive and are increasingly used in decisions by landlords, cell phone ...Read More

How to Save $1,000 a Year -- Without Breaking a Sweat

Thursday, April 13, 2017 April Marasco

Nonprofit Guidewell Financial Solutions offers 10 tips for saving big on a limited budget. Consumers who have never saved before sometimes worry they won’t be able to make it a habit, especially if they’re living paycheck-to-paycheck. However, small changes in financial choices and lifestyle can lead to tangible savings rewards. To celebrate Financial Literacy Month, nonprofit ...Read More

SBA Loans - What You Might Not Know

Monday, April 10, 2017 April Marasco

The Small Business Administration is a great resource for those who are starting or growing a small business. SBA loans offer an alternative to traditional lending, which can be difficult for small businesses. As an SBA-preferred lender, Howard Bank's expertise can make the process much more streamlined. Here are some things you might not know about an SBA loan.

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