Loan Covenants: The Silent Traps in Your Loan Agreement
When an MSME owner gets a sanction letter, the first instinct is relief “Loan approved!”. But buried inside that document are conditions that can trigger default, even if you never…
Inside the Sanction Letter: Hidden Clauses Every Borrower Must Know
When an MSME owner receives a sanction letter, the first reaction is usually relief and excitement —“Loan approved!” But here’s the truth: the sanction letter is not just a loan…
How to Prepare CMA Data for MSME Loans? (Step-by-Step Guide)
When an MSME applies for a bank loan, one of the first things the banker will ask for is the CMA Data Report. For many entrepreneurs, this term feels technical…
How NSIC Helps MSMEs Buy Raw Materials Without Cash Flow Stress?
By Sangeeta Sharma – Credit Advisor & Trainer | MSME Coach If you run an MSME, you’ve probably been here before:You’ve just received a big order enough to keep your…
5 Financial Habits That Instantly Improve Your MSME’s Loan Approval Chances
By Sangeeta Sharma – Credit Advisor & Trainer | MSME Coach When an MSME applies for a loan, most business owners focus only on the application form and the security…
The Hidden Red Flags That Can Kill Your Loan Application
By Sangeeta Sharma | Credit Advisor & MSME Coach🎙 Based on Smart Credit Bytes – Episode 6 Why Your Loan Gets Rejected Even if Your Business is Good You may…
Balance Sheet Basics for First-Time Business Owners: A Beginner’s Guide to Understanding Your Business Financials
By Sangeeta Sharma – Credit Advisor & MSME Coach | Smart Credit with Sangeeta Introduction: Why Every Business Owner Must Understand the Balance Sheet Running a business without understanding your…
Why MSME Lending Needs More than Just Algorithms?
In a world chasing automation, MSME lending still needs human intelligence. Here's why algorithms alone can’t serve India's most dynamic business segment—and what real credit officers know that tech doesn’t.…
MSME Loans Demystified: Fund-Based vs Non-Fund-Based – Which One is Right for You?
As an MSME entrepreneur or finance professional, one of the most important decisions you’ll ever make is choosing the right type of loan for your business. With so many options…
The Hidden Costs of Ignoring MSME Digital Transformation: What Every Small Business Owner Needs to Know
Picture this: It's Monday morning, and Ramesh, owner of a small textile manufacturing unit, is frantically searching through stacks of paper invoices while his competitor across town processes orders with…