Are you looking for a new loan, and want to avoid The mistakes in borrowing money? Above all, do you want to know how to avoid those pitfalls?

Just follow these four simple steps and you’ll be on your way to avoiding those common mistakes when borrowing money for your business.

Loans are an important part of any business. They can help you grow your company, invest in the future, or even just pay off some bills. But loans come with their own set of risks and challenges that need to be considered before signing on the dotted line. That’s why it’s so important to know what you’re getting into before taking out a loan from a bank or other lender.

How will I help you avoid the pitfalls of borrowing money?

This blog and video will teach you how to avoid those common mistakes when borrowing money for your business by teaching you about Cost, Risk, Attitude and Planning (C.R.A.P.)

First, think about the cost of that loan. What is it going to cost me in terms of interest rates and other fees? Second, think about risk – what are the risks associated with this type of loan? Thirdly, think about attitude – do I have the right attitude towards this type of debt? And finally, plan – have I planned how much money I’m going to need from my loans over time so that they work well with my cash flow projections? If you can answer yes to all four questions, then congratulations! You’ve avoided those common mistakes when borrowing money for your business.

What is the cost of a loan?

Firstly  – C is about cost! When considering loans, think about what the cost of that loan will be over time. It might not seem like much now, but interest rates add up quickly!

And don’t forget to consider opportunity costs as well – if this money were invested elsewhere, it could have grown more than it would have had it been used as collateral on a loan instead. So, make sure not only do we factor in all these costs but also our attitude towards risk when making decisions around borrowing money for our businesses! Lastly, we’ll talk about planning – because without proper planning there’s no way we’re going to succeed at anything in life! We want to plan so that we can take care of ourselves financially and still maintain control over our lives while running our businesses successfully too!

There’s the cost in terms of time taken and charges for the initial application.  The loan type, repayment or interest only, interest charged and any penalties for earlier repayments.  Interest only

What is your risk appetite?

Risk appetite can be defined as our attitude to risk, and they differ for all of us. You may be cautious and risk averse, or you see things differently and are risk seeking.  Taking on loans is extra risk for your business, repayments are due whether sales are zero or not.

Your operating gearing changes, check out our FREE Online calculator to see the impact!  Moreover, risk carries opportunity.

Understanding your personal tolerance for taking risks will help you make better decisions in life and in business!  Our FREE online calculator takes just seconds to complete!  Its easy-to-use interface makes it simple to understand and use.

Your attitude changes everything

The biggest battle in your business is the one between your ears.  I’ve seen it, experienced it, the fight is real.  Your attitude to investing in your business, managing debt, and money all feature.

Debt has become a bit of a dirty word.  Your reluctance to borrow, your wariness of it may restrict your business growth.  It may stop your ideas becoming reality.  Being wary of debt, exercising caution is good.  But don’t discount it as an option, borrowing is about financing you path to achieving your goals.

Plan!

What role does your cash flow forecast play in The mistakes in borrowing money ? Simply everything! You might be wondering how much cash flow you have and when it will come in.  Your borrowing decision is driven by your cash flow forecast.  Your cash flow is a financial reflection of your journey towards achieving your goals.

Get your cash flow sorted as a priority, then figure out if you do not need to borrow, how much, when, and how much you need. No cash flow makes for a foolish borrowing decision.

A cash flow forecast is an important tool for any business owner. It helps you determine whether or not your company will be able to repay its debt and stay afloat in the future. If you don’t have a plan, it’s time to get one!

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You’ll be pleased to know make decisions about borrowing when you need that funding.  Whether you do actually need that funding, how much you need, can you afford to pay it back.

Conclusion

Borrowing can be great way to finance growth, moving your business forward and realise your goals. But! there’s always a but, you need to know How to avoid common mistakes when you borrow money.

This vlog and blog will help you make that decision.

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