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Applying for a business loan can be a confusing, intimidating process – especially if you’re a first-time business owner or new entrepreneur. It’s a process that can seem especially daunting to entrepreneurs who are Black, Indigenous, or People of Color (BIPOC),

You wouldn’t purchase a car or a house without insurance – so why wouldn’t you want a similar safety net for your business? “Fraud is so prevalent in the business world,” shared Sarah Shuler, Vice President and Director of Treasury Management Sales with First Merchants Bank.

Are you an entrepreneur looking to get a leg up? First Merchants Bank can help! We offer robust resources to help any small business grow and are proud to offer programs tailored to help Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) overcome the specific hurdles they may face when it comes to accessing capital or launching a new business endeavor.

When tax season rolls around, it’s time to take stock of your finances from the past year – but it can also be a great time to plan for the future, as well.

Getting a handle on your finances when every account has a separate website and login can feel like an impossible task, but it doesn’t have to be with First Merchants Personal Finance right in your Online Banking and Mobile App.