How to Start a Food Truck
When you think “food truck,” what comes to mind? Is it the image of a 14-foot tall tin box at the local state fair, serving up greasy burgers and fried…
The Legacy of Racism in the Banking Industry
*We are committed to deepening our understanding about the systemic anti-Black racism in the banking industry in which we work. However, instead of simply reflecting on history, we are compelled…
What is a Mission Statement and How to Craft The Perfect One for Your Small Business
After all the hard work of registering your business structure, setting up business bank accounts, growing your team, and refining your product and ideas, your business has come into focus….
DBA Meaning: What is DBA and Why it Matters to Your Small Business
In this article we give the DBA meaning but as you become familiar with the life of a small business owner, you will run into some jargon along the way…
How to Write Your Small Business’s Profit and Loss Statement
You can’t have the fun parts of running a financially successful small business without the nitty-gritty of financial management too. A profit and loss statement (P&L) is an important reporting…
What is an Invoice?
When you pour your heart and soul into your small business, you want to see a reward for your hard work. Yes, the satisfaction and support of your customers are…
What is a Balance Sheet?
We know running a business can feel like you’re juggling a thousand responsibilities. While we know all business owners are heroes, you’re still human at the end of the day….
What is an Income Statement?
From learning about 1099 Forms, picking up bookkeeping tips, and figuring out how to calculate a cash flow analysis, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed when starting your own business. But…
How To Get Your SBA Paycheck Protection Program Loan Forgiven
Since the Paycheck Protection Program (“PPP”) was announced, our team at NorthOne has been working around the clock to make sure that every small business has the opportunity to apply…
How Long Does a Mobile Check Take to Deposit?
As a business owner, nothing quite beats the feeling of getting paid. You work hard for every dollar you earn, and every check you get is a reflection of that….
How to Start a Business in 10 Steps
So, do you want the good news or the bad news first? The bad news is, starting a small business isn’t quite as easy as the title of this post…
How to Endorse a Check To Someone Else
There are situations where you might find yourself needing to sign a check over to someone else or requiring someone else to deposit checks into your bank account. Maybe you’re…
The 5 Cs of Credit: What They Are and Why They Matter to Your Small Business
In 2019, the small business credit survey reported 43 percent of small businesses applied for a business loan. Overall, 36 percent of those that applied were denied at least some…
How to Endorse a Check: The Complete Guide
Endorsing a check, how hard can it be? The good news is that it is easy, but it’s important to be sure that your check is properly endorsed. It will…
A Guide to Small Business Financing
Small business owners know there are many important financial relationships to make when starting out—with your small business bank, with your vendors, and potentially with your business lenders and investors. It…