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SBA Financing for Funeral Homes and Cemeteries: Why It’s a Smart Decision
Acquiring or owning a funeral home is more than just a business opportunity; it is a chance to serve your community in its hardest times. Whether you’re acquiring or growing your business, the right financial resources are key to a successful business.
Arkansas PBM Legislation: What Independent Pharmacy Owners Need to Know About Act 624 and the Road Ahead
Arkansas was the first state to outlaw Pharmacy Benefit Manager (PBM) owned pharmacies under Act 624, which quickly made its way through the pharmacy sector.
How Fintech is Changing Banking: Insights from the Front Lines
Finance is under the most dramatic transformation in decades.
Expanding Your Business with a 0% Down SBA Loan
Ready to grow your business? First Financial Bank provides SBA expansion loans, including loans with 0% down.
Winter Preparation: A Primer for Poultry Farming Operations
Winter is here, and it’s likely to get colder! Whether you’re running a poultry farm in mild or frigid environments, the measures you take before the first frost can make all the difference in protecting your investment and allowing your production systems to run smoothly all through the coldest of months.
AgriTech Thermal Disposal Systems are Changing Poultry Farming (And How We Help You Get One)
Every poultry farmer faces the same unfortunate reality, which is bird mortalities. It’s part of the business, but how it’s handled can make a massive difference in your farming operations, efficiencies, and the bottom line!
That’s where AgriTech Thermal Disposal Systems comes in.
FSA vs. SBA Lending: Which Poultry Farm Financing Option is Best for You?
Whether you are joining the poultry farming industry for the first time, growing your existing farm, or purchasing an already existing farm, it’s important to have a working knowledge of poultry financing options.
The Do’s and Don’ts of Commercial Poultry House Construction
Poultry products continue to be in demand. Are you considering building a commercial poultry farm? Get some tips here.
AgriTech Thermal Disposal Systems are Changing Poultry Farming (And How We Help You Get One)
Every poultry farmer faces the same unfortunate reality, which is bird mortalities. It’s part of the business, but how it’s handled can make a massive difference in your farming operations, efficiencies, and the bottom line!
That’s where AgriTech Thermal Disposal Systems comes in.
FSA vs. SBA Lending: Which Poultry Farm Financing Option is Best for You?
Whether you are joining the poultry farming industry for the first time, growing your existing farm, or purchasing an already existing farm, it’s important to have a working knowledge of poultry financing options.
Ag Lending Collateral: What’s Needed to Secure a Farm Loan
When it comes to Ag loans, what’s collateral, and why does it matter to lenders? It’s all about security and reducing risk.
The Do’s and Don’ts of Commercial Poultry House Construction
Poultry products continue to be in demand. Are you considering building a commercial poultry farm? Get some tips here.
Starting a Pet Care Business: Finding & Funding Your Dream
The pet industry continues to be one of the fastest growing in America, spending an estimated $157 billion/year on our furry friends. Whether you want to run a pet boarding facility, open a doggy daycare, or operate a full-service pet resort, now is the time for animal lovers to turn their passion into profit.
Pet Care Prosperity: Tips From Seasoned Pros
First Financial Bank’s Dr. Schwanda Flowers chats with Joe Zuccarello on the “Hey Joe” podcast to highlight tips for those looking to start or expand their pet care business.
Planning to Buy a Veterinary Practice?
Looking to buy an existing veterinary practice? Take this quiz and see how much you already know – and where you might need some additional guidance as you plan to buy a vet clinic.
Business Loan Payment Calculator: Estimate the Payments for Your Veterinary Practice/Clinic Loan
Been thinking about building, buying or refinancing a loan for your veterinary practice?
Making it Easier to Navigate the Process to Your Veterinary Loan
Thinking about buying or building a veterinary practice? Managing Director of First Financial Bank’s Professional Services Division, Schwanda Flowers, PharmD, provides some insights to help you navigate the business loan process successfully.
How to Read a Balance Sheet for a Veterinary Practice/Clinic
Thinking about buying a veterinary practice or clinic? Looking at the financials will be important in your due diligence – including the latest balance sheet.