EPISODE · Jun 10, 2026 · 4 MIN
Fed Holds Steady, SBA Adds New Loan Rules, and Processing Fees Are Negotiable
from Main Street Briefing · host MainStreet Media
The Federal Reserve confirmed rate cuts are off the table through at least the summer, keeping small business borrowing costs elevated — but the math on waiting may be worse than you think. New SBA loan rules took effect June 1 with a tighter debt-coverage requirement. And credit card processing fees are getting more transparent, with a real opportunity to negotiate better terms. Alex covers all three.
What this episode covers
The Federal Reserve confirmed rate cuts are off the table through at least the summer, keeping small business borrowing costs elevated — but the math on waiting may be worse than you think. New SBA loan rules took effect June 1 with a tighter debt-coverage requirement. And credit card processing fees are getting more transparent, with a real opportunity to negotiate better terms. Alex covers all three.
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