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Archive Home > 2009 > August > 09 > Businesses, banks alike caught in credit crunch

Businesses, banks alike caught in credit crunch

With small businesses struggling to get loans, banks say they’re doing their best, but ‘no matter what level of demand you have, a business still has to qualify.’ Often, the risk is just too great. What’s the solution?

By Andrew Moore / The Bulletin
August 9, 2009

With her business " Cooks 'N Counters Kitchen Supply in Redmond " struggling with declining sales and foot traffic, Michelle Elmer took a chance earlier this year and moved her business to what she hoped would be a better location.

But it wasn't enough, and coupled with an inability to....

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