Articles by Alaya Linton
North Carolina Home to Top 3 Places to Start a Small Business
November 13, 2023
Launching a small business can be challenging. In addition to having a sound business concept, owners must secure startup funds, register their business and complete... read more
Places Where Black Americans Thrive the Most (and Least)
August 28, 2023
The financial challenges that Black Americans face are evident. An ever-moving target, the net worth of Black families in America is typically a fraction of... read more
Minority Entrepreneurs Are Succeeding the Most in San Francisco and the Least in Cleveland
August 21, 2023
Nearly 20% of U.S. employer businesses in 2020 were minority-owned, according to Census Bureau estimates. In addition, the past decade has seen increases in minority-owned... read more
Land Loans: Using a Personal Loan to Buy Land
May 12, 2023
If you’re looking to buy a plot of land, you probably have some exciting plans for it. Less exciting is figuring out how to finance... read more
First-Time Homebuyer Programs and Loans
April 27, 2023
First-time homebuyer programs are available to help qualified borrowers achieve the dream of homeownership. Depending on the program, buyers who have previously owned a home... read more