Startup Credit Access Expands in 2025 as Small Businesses Turn to Net 30 Vendors for Cash Flow Solutions
Startup Credit Access Expands in 2025 as Small Businesses Turn to Net 30 Vendors for Cash Flow Solutions
With rising interest rates, reduced investor activity, and stricter credit requirements, startups face greater pressure to manage cash flow creatively. Net 30 vendors—suppliers who offer 30-day payment terms—are helping to fill that gap by giving businesses the ability to purchase what they need now and pay later, without accumulating debt.
“We’re seeing more founders prioritize cash flow management in the earliest stages of their business,” said a spokesperson for The CEO Creative. “Net 30 terms allow them to access what they need to operate—branding, supplies, or marketing materials—without taking on interest-bearing loans or using personal credit.”
Net 30 vendors like The CEO Creative provide payment terms on items such as office supplies, merchandise, and branding materials. For many small business owners, the ability to build a business credit profile through vendor reporting is just as valuable as the short-term liquidity.
“As a first-time founder, I couldn’t get approved for a credit card or business loan,” said Rachel Lin, a customer of The CEO Creative. “Opening a Net 30 account helped me order packaging and promo materials without paying upfront—and it started building my credit immediately.”
According to the Federal Reserve’s Small Business Credit Survey, over 60% of small employer firms report experiencing funding shortfalls, with many turning to personal credit or vendor relationships to keep operations moving. As a result, alternative credit-building tools are growing in popularity.
The CEO Creative currently reports payment history to Equifax Commercial, CreditSafe, and FairFigure, with plans to expand reporting to additional bureaus. While not a traditional lender, the company has positioned itself as a strategic partner for entrepreneurs focused on early-stage growth.
Industry experts note this shift reflects a broader evolution in how startups access capital.
“Business credit today is about leverage, not loans,” said Anna Castillo, a small business consultant based in Miami. “Founders are using vendor accounts like trade lines to build creditworthiness. It’s a smarter and more controlled entry point into the financial system.”
Net 30 accounts are increasingly seen as a foundational step for businesses that may not yet qualify for traditional lending. By establishing credit with vendors, startups can eventually unlock more favorable terms with suppliers, increase purchasing power, and become more attractive to financial institutions.
“This isn’t just about office supplies. It’s about building a financial foundation without taking on debt or giving up equity,” said The Creative's CEO Nir Appelton.
About The CEO Creative
Founded in 2020 in Aventura, Florida, The CEO Creative provides branding materials, office essentials, and business products to startups and small businesses across the U.S. Through its Net 30 vendor account program, the company helps customers build business credit and manage cash flow without relying on loans or credit cards.
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