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When traditional funding routes close, CDFIs are always open to entrepreneurs.  More than a funding alternative for startups and established businesses, CDFIS are mission-oriented, community-driven, small and mid-sized business (SMB) funding powerhouses.   At Hello Alice, we have a lot in common with CDFIs, starting with our founding mission:to support SMB owners with fast access to […]

You have the vision. You have the drive. You have the team. As a small business owner, what else could you possibly need? Just one more thing: streamlined financial reporting—the key to small business success.  It may not be sexy, but sound financial organization is integral to any successful business.  It reveals the financial health of your […]

Running a small business can feel like riding a financial rollercoaster.  There are peaks and valleys, steady climbs, and sudden drops. Sometimes, you might even feel like you’re upside down. Frank Sinatra sang it best in his classic rendition of “That’s Life”: You’re riding high in April, shot down in MayBut I know I’m gonna […]

If you’re a small or medium-sized business (SMB) owner looking to better manage your business finances as you grow and scale, a small business credit card might be the solution you’re looking for.  For starters, this type of credit card can help provide the capital you need to help unlock your company’s true potential.  While […]

A small business credit card can be a powerful financial tool—if you know how to use it effectively.  With the right strategy, your business can accomplish incredible things. With the wrong strategy, even your best laid plans could be undermined. It all comes down to the details, and today, we’re going to give you the […]

Maryland small business owners can now apply for the next round of a grant program funded by BGE and Howard County in partnership with Hello Alice and the Global Entrepreneurship Network. In 2023, the BGE Energizing Small Business grant program, with funding from Howard County, is offering funding to help central Maryland businesses succeed and thrive. Applications […]