The area where you live often has a big impact on a lot of different things in your life. Think about the area where you live. Do you have a grocery store nearby? How about easy access to public health facilities? Unfortunately, the answer is “no” to those questions for many of our Indianapolis neighbors.Read more
2020 was certainly a year of disruption, but many of our borrowers adapted well and made strides over the year. Check out what went on in the world of Build Fund borrowers and their tenants in 2020. Ash & Elm Cider Co. In 2015, Aaron and Andréa Homoya reached out to Build Fund for anRead more
Latino-owned and -operated, Patrium used loan funds from the Build Fund to acquire a building for their headquarters on the far northeast side of Indianapolis and are on track to create seven new jobs. Patrium specializes in design-build, general contracting, and construction management in the Central Indiana area. They offer a wide variety of multi-family,Read more
Building and operating a small business is more of a marathon than a sprint. Quick wins are great, but you’ll want to think about setting your business up for lasting success. Read our guide to learn some strategies for to help you maintain your small business for the long-term. Download NowRead more
With uninterrupted skyline views and an industrial-chic aesthetic, the historic Tinker House property sits on the corner of 16th Street and The Monon Trail. The Build Fund is proud to offer financing to the Tinker House owners allowing its business tenants to continue to be neighborhood amenities and to expand. Learn more about the businessesRead more
This year’s National Small Business Week, from the Small Business Administration (SBA), is certainly going to look different than years’ past. The week celebrates and supports the American small business and its resilience and impacts on our economy. “More than half of Americans either own or work for a small business,” notes the SBA, “andRead more
In an area that was already in need of comprehensive community development, a former service station sat neglected and abandoned. The sagging structure was an eyesore to the neighborhood residents, and the ground beneath was contaminated. This property, however, was slated to be a first of a first. Located in the first area chosen toRead more
We all face setbacks. It’s a part of life. Setbacks seem to hit differently when it’s your small business. You’ve probably poured your heart and soul into it. How can small business owners, who often have fewer resources and less margin, bounce back from setbacks on the business front? We know you plan, but oftenRead more
It can be tempting to forgo investing time and money into long-term strategies—especially when the future seems unknowable and prone to sudden change. Implementing long-term strategies sets your business up for success and offers some peace of mind that you will be in a good position even when you do not know how things willRead more
Marketing your small business is important, but it doesn’t have to be expensive. With some time, a little creativity, and the right tools, you can attract and retain customers through low-cost marketing strategies. Check out these low-cost marketing options for your small business. Be Searchable Prospective customers use Google searches at different points in theirRead more
