September 4, 2015 | FitSmallBusiness

7 out of 10 consumers prefer businesses with a social media presence, but having a strong social media profile isn’t just a tool for increasing sales. It may also help you get a business loan. Alternative lenders like OnDeck and microlenders like Opportunity Fund are using social media data to inform their lending decisions.

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