With all this talk about rising interest rates, you’d think it was the only thing that matters. But what are the red flags you should be checking when you’re looking for the right business loan.

Cash is king. Nowhere more so than in small business – it enables the purchasing of stock, paying of staff and contractors or even paying debts. It also enables small businesses to invest in new opportunities or innovate – but cash for these businesses can be a little bit chicken and egg. Which comes first?

If you were one of the thousands of Australian businesses who took advantage of the ATO’s COVID support, you might want to keep reading.