Lending Tree

LendingTree is an online loan marketplace for various financial borrowing needs including auto loans, small business loans, personal loans, credit cards, and more. We also offer comparison shopping services for autos and educational programs. Together, these services serve as an ally for consumers who are looking to comparison shop among multiple businesses and professionals who will compete for their business.

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Effective Ways to Increase Customer Retention in 2024

In business, the customer is king, so increasing customer retention can play a crucial role in your success. If all goes well, your customers will leave every interaction feeling satisfied, inspired to return, and eager…

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5 Easy Ways for Small Biz Owners to Keep Holiday Stress at a Minimum

For small business owners, the holidays really can be the most wonderful time of the year: For retailers in particular, purchases surrounding winter festivities can account for nearly half of yearly sales, according to reporting…

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5 Exit Strategies For Small Business Owners

Every small business owner has different long-term goals. Some may be content leading the business for decades, while others might see it as a passing experience or short-term investment. No matter your goals or timeline,…

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10 Ways Digital Solutions Can Bolster Success & Productivity

Most small business owners have a lot on their plate. Between managing daily operations and taking steps to grow your business, things can get overwhelming — especially if you’re in startup mode. Whether you’re just…

6 Strategies to Grow Your E-Commerce Business

Learning how to grow your e-commerce business can feel like a nonstop circus. Whether you solely sell online or utilize your web presence to boost your brick and mortar sales, you’ve likely struggled to keep…

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5 Benefits of Leasing Your Business Equipment

Purchasing equipment for a business is usually a large and expensive task. In fact, 79% of U.S. companies need to use financing when acquiring business equipment, according to the Equipment Leasing and Finance Association. But…

Buying Space for Your Small Business? Keep These 5 Things in Mind

Whether you’ve been working out of a rented storefront for years or want to start your entrepreneurship journey as a property owner, there’s a lot to consider before diving in and buying space for your…

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6 Key Differences Between Alternative Lenders and Banks

Small business funding comes in all shapes and sizes. From loans to lines of credit, traditional banks are often a go-to source of capital, and they certainly have their perks. If you meet their lending…

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Conduct Your Own Business Valuation: 9 Important Considerations

If you’ve ever thought about selling your small business or gifting a percentage of your ownership to the next generation, you need to know what it’s worth. While you might have an idea of what…

8 Effective Cost-Cutting Strategies for Your Small Business

Inflation may be squeezing your family budget, but it’s taking a toll on small businesses, as well. According to a 2022 survey from the National Federation of Independent Business, 30% of business owners said inflation…