Abstract

The article considers alternative lending to small businesses as one of the ways out of the crisis situation. Alternative lending models such as direct private lending, market lending and crowdfunding platforms are reviewed. The types of alternative lending to small businesses (trade cash advances, short-term loans, credit line, invoice factoring, installment loans, equipment financing) are summarized. The advantages and disadvantages of alternative lending in comparison with bank loans and other traditional financing options are highlighted.

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