February in Holly Township is slow, the way it is every year. The bills look the same as July, the deposits are thinner, and you are kicking yourself for not opening a credit line back in the fall when the numbers looked great.
A business line of credit is a standing amount you can draw from and pay back as cash moves, paying interest only on what you use. Your books and credit get reviewed while things are good, and the file goes to lenders who offer working capital lines that fit your size.
Next February is just a slow month. You draw a little to cover the gap, pay it back when business picks up and never reach for a personal card or a high-cost advance to make payroll.