Ways to deal with clients' reduced credit lines and still make remodeling projects happen. More
A statistical snapshot of lending terms and availability for remodelers and other small businesses as of August 2009. More
The ARRA is encouraging more banks to participate in quick-turnaround SBA lending programs, but many banks still aren't biting. More
In a challenging economy, fund control provides assurance for remodelers that their clients have a way to pay for their remodeling project. More
Providing bonding can allow remodelers to pursue larger, commercial projects. More
Economist Christopher Thornberg, who foresaw the single-family housing meltdown, advises developers to take a deep breath and ignore trends. More
Stimulus money will be used to reduce small-business lending fees and guarantee SBA loans. Take our poll on SBA loans. More
As lenders cut back the funds available to homeowners and businesses alike, remodelers embrace a new fiscal vigilanteism. More
How the credit crunch has affected the way home improvement companies do business More
