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Getting Financed as Self-Employed

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Self-employment can be an incredibly tempting career path for so many reasons. Being your own boss is particularly freeing and having the flexibility to work when you want to work can have a dramatic effect on the work-life balance that can otherwise be so difficult to achieve.

However, aside from the lack of paid holiday and sick leave, the one thing often holding people back from pulling the trigger and striking out on their own is the lack of capital. Because often, starting a self-employed business requires investment. That’s where different types of self-employed loans come in.

Self-employed loans

You might think that getting a loan as a self-employed individual could be a challenge, however, whilst lenders have indeed become more picky about who they lend to since the financial crisis, it is possible for the self-employed to find lenders willing to give them loans. Though their options might be limited unless they have a good credit history. We’ll go through the options below:

Personal loan – A loan you can take without securing the amount to any physical assets, though you will need a decent credit score.

Secured loan – A secured loan secures your home’s equity against the cost of the loan and might be the simpler option if you work from home. Rates are also often lower.

Guarantor loan – This is where you get a friend or family member with a good credit score to shoulder some of the responsibility of the loan, though be aware that rates tend to be higher.

Car finance loans – Lenders such as Go Car Credit will allow vehicle loans for those with a low credit score who need a car. These lenders will use less restrictive criteria with varying rates.

Business loan – If your self-employed business is a little larger and you employ other workers, then you might be entitled to a business loan.

How to apply

It’s just like applying for any other loan. Simply follow the steps below:

  • Compile all of your financial documents, including your tax returns for the last few years (if you have them to hand) and your bank statements. This will allow the lender to more accurately assess your eligibility. You will also need proof of identification, proof of address (utility bills will suffice) and any business information, including details of anyone else with a financial interest in the company.
  • The lender will then undertake a thorough check of your credit score and match it against the documents you’ve provided. They will then be able to offer you several different loans.
  • It’s now up to you to work with the lender and figure out the deal that best suits your needs.

Michelle has been a part of the journey ever since Bigtime Daily started. As a strong learner and passionate writer, she contributes her editing skills for the news agency. She also jots down intellectual pieces from categories such as science and health.

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6 Reasons to Try Cannabis Edibles

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Are you looking for a reason to try cannabis edibles? If you’re wondering if there are benefits to edibles that you can’t get with other forms of cannabis, the answer is yes. Here are some of the best reasons to try cannabis edibles.

  1. Some edibles are boosted

When you smoke cannabis flower, you’re only getting cannabis. That’s not a bad thing, but there are brands that sell edibles that have been boosted with other ingredients. For instance, you’ve probably seen capsules with added herbs to help you sleep – the same is true for edibles. 

One of the newer enhanced cannabis edibles are the Bits adaptogen-boosted edibles. These new cannabis edibles contain just 5mg of THC per Bit so you don’t overdo anything. Each flavor is packed with a unique blend of adaptogens like ashwagandha, reishi, elderflower, lemon balm, ginseng, guarana, and rose hip.

Why adaptogens? Adaptogens have been proven to have a positive impact on the central nervous system by decreasing sensitivity to stressors. In other words, adaptogens reduce stress and anxiety and contribute to an overall sense of wellbeing. When you consume cannabis edibles boosted by adaptogens, you’re going to feel more relaxed.

  1. Edibles provide precise and consistent dosing

One of the best reasons to try edibles is for precise and consistent dosing. When edibles are made, the cannabis is thoroughly and evenly mixed in, so each serving has the intended dosage when the final product is made. In addition, premium cannabis brands like Verano lab test each batch to ensure quality and consistency with all of their products, including cannabis edibles. 

When you smoke flower, you won’t always get the same amount of THC. It’s nearly impossible to know how much THC or CBD you’re getting from smoking flower. Even when you smoke the same strain in the same amount, the THC and other cannabinoids are distributed unevenly throughout each bud. 

If precise and consistent dosing is important to you, then edibles are going to be your favorite cannabis delivery method.

  1. Edibles are tasty

Edibles taste good, so why not try them? It’s just like eating a snack or a treat, but with a purpose. If you’ve avoided trying cannabis tinctures or oil because you don’t like the flavor, that’s understandable. Edibles are different because the taste of cannabis itself can be easily masked. 

Brands go out of their way to come up with recipes that taste good because they know some people don’t like the strong flavor of cannabis. Edibles like brownies, cookies, and chocolate bars usually just taste like any other cookie, brownie, or chocolate bar. Premium cannabis brands will also use quality ingredients to produce the best cannabis-infused gummies, hard candies, and baked goods.

  1. Edibles are easy to carry

If you want to carry your cannabis around discreetly, that’s easiest with edibles. They usually come in smaller packages that you can fit into a pocket or bag, and edibles are easy to eat without anyone suspecting you’re consuming cannabis.

When carrying edibles, be smart about where you bring them. Make sure you know where you can and can’t have them. If you’re headed to the airport of a government building, for example, you’ll want to leave your edibles at home. 

  1. The effects of edibles last for a long time

Smoking flower is great when you need relief quickly, but when you want the effects to last a long time, edibles are your best option. When you ingest cannabis, it takes longer for the effects to kick in, but those effects will last for a much longer time. You also don’t need to consume as much cannabis to get these long-lasting effects.

Everyone is different, and the timing depends on a multitude of factors like our metabolism and whether you’ve eaten or have an empty stomach. However, in general, it takes between 30 minutes and 4 hours to start feeling the effects of edibles. From there, the effects can last a few hours or even up to twelve hours. This is why many people take edibles before going to bed – getting that full impact while they sleep makes them wake up feeling incredibly rested.

  1. Edibles are a great alternative to smoking

Although smoking cannabis is probably the most popular consumption method, it’s not for everyone. Edibles won’t expose you to the potentially harmful effects of smoking. If you’ve been avoiding trying cannabis because you thought you had to smoke it, edibles are the perfect opportunity for you to try cannabis. 

Already familiar with edibles? Try something new

If you’ve been consuming cannabis edibles for a while, maybe it’s time to try something new. If you’ve always been into baked goods, branch out and try some beverages, chocolate bars, or even an adaptogen-boosted cannabis gummy for example. There are plenty of edibles to choose from so you can be sure you’ll find something new that you can enjoy.

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