Have you lost projects or opportunities because you lack funding? Do you wish there was a way to take your business to the next level without relying on bank loans? Today’s guest, Kortney Murray, has a non-traditional path to money lending for contractors.    Kortney Murray is the founder and CEO of Coastal Kapital, an alternative lending company based in Florida. Coastal Kapital provides alternative financing options like SBA loans, lines of credit, and equipment financing to help contractors grow and scale their businesses.   Episode Highlights: [00:00] - Intro [01:47] - Overview of Coastal Kapital [04:03] - How Kortney got a heavy equipment job [05:45] - Building a brand and scaling business [08:04] - Scaling with your brand [10:54] - The financial safety brand building provides [14:29] - Right contractor for discussion about borrowing money [17:08] - Cash flow challenges in contracting [21:41] - What is alternative lending [23:45] - Building business credit [26:15] - Scaling your business credit [27:15] - Checking business credit score  [28:53] - Best way to reach out to Kortney [29:48] - Closing thoughts   Resources: Coastal Kapital Website: https://coastalkapital.com/    ? You didn’t become a contractor to struggle financially. Download our worksheet and start calculating a 50% gross profit on every job. It’s time to get your shit together! https://thecontractorfight.com/50/    ? Grab your copy of our FREE Contractors Guide to Spotting Cheap Prospects here: https://thecontractorfight.com/cheap    == Join us in BATTLEGROUND == Everything your contracting business needs in one comprehensive program with three main focus areas: Leadership, Communication, and Numbers. For more info, check out: https://TheContractorFight.com/Battleground    == Get your questions answered and connect with other contractors building stronger businesses in The Contractor Fight: https://thecontractorfight.com/facebook    == Grab the Gear == https://gear.thecontractorfight.com/    == Find Us on Social Media == YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TomReber  Instagram: https://thecontractorfight.com/ig    == Rate the Podcast == Help your fellow contractors find the podcast! Please leave a rating/review!  Apple Podcasts   Spotify