TJ Marshall Consulting Group

Who We Are and Why We’re Here

Founded in the Atlanta metropolitan area, TJ Marshall Consulting Group specializes in financial services for loans and financial advice. We help entrepreneurs and established business owners navigate the complex world of business financing, risk management, operational efficiency, and strategic growth.

Our team — Shawn Bates, Jen Harris, and Jerome De Leeuw — brings decades of combined experience in financial analysis, loan structuring, team development, and real-world business strategy. We’ve helped clients secure funding, optimize cash flow, reduce unnecessary risks, and build stronger, more profitable operations.

This blog is our way of sharing that expertise with you — for free. Every post will deliver actionable insights, honest answers to common questions, and strategies you can actually use.

What You Can Expect from This Blog

We’ll cover the topics that matter most to business owners like you:

• Loan Strategies — SBA loans, conventional financing, alternative funding options, and how to prepare a package that lenders love.

• Financial Advisory Tips — Cash flow management, budgeting, forecasting, and tax-efficient planning.

• Risk Management — Protecting your business from financial surprises and compliance headaches.

• Growth & Efficiency — Streamlining operations, building high-performing teams, and making data-driven decisions.

• Real Client Stories — (with permission)

  Success stories that show what’s possible when you have the right guidance.

Our goal is simple: Help you make confident financial decisions that move your business forward.

A Quick Word of Advice to Get You Started

One of the biggest mistakes we see business owners make is waiting until they need money to start thinking about financing. The truth is, the best time to prepare for a loan is when you don’t desperately need one.

Here are three quick actions you can take today:

1. Review your personal and business credit — Small improvements now can unlock better rates and terms later.

2. Organize your financial documents — Clean books, accurate tax returns, and a clear business plan make you stand out to lenders.

3. Understand your cash flow story — Lenders don’t just lend on revenue — they lend on how reliably you manage money.

If any of these feel overwhelming, that’s exactly why we exist. A short conversation with our team can save you months of frustration and thousands in unnecessary costs.

Let’s Grow Together

This is just the beginning. We invite you to subscribe to the blog, follow us on social media, and reach out anytime with questions. Whether you’re exploring your first business loan, preparing for growth, or simply want a second opinion on your financial strategy, we’re here to help.

Thank you for joining us on this journey. We’re excited to share practical knowledge, celebrate your wins, and help you build the strong, sustainable business you envision.

Stay tuned for our next post, where we’ll dive deep into “SBA 7(a) Loans in 2026: What Small Business Owners Need to Know Right Now.”

In the meantime, feel free to contact us for a no-obligation consultation.

Here’s to your success,

The TJ Marshall Consulting Group Team Shawn Bates • Jen Harris • Jerome De Leeuw

TJ Marshall Consulting Group LLC — Financial Advisory | Loan Guidance | Business Strategy Atlanta, Georgia