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References usually refer to someone who will vouch for you with regard to a bit of history in paying your account on time.
They are usually obtained over time. Once you have been in business a while, suppliers will start to trust you with regard to payments and where they would initially demand payment before delivery, they may start eventually allowing you a few days to pay. This period can grow until you are paying on 30 days by agreement.
Another avenue is to open accounts for small amounts. Eg Stationery or office supplies. Sometimes these suppliers may take a chance and give you an account because the amounts are small. If you pay on time regularly, you can use them as references.
If you are renting premises, you can use your landlord as a reference.
But the whole point of a reference is that it shows them that you have a good track record over a period of time. Using this definition, beginners won't have one. Instead you have to slowly create and build a reputation as a good payer.
In your case "references" might not be about your credit record, but rather about your experience in the industry, in much the same way that you supply character references when you apply for a job.
They are usually obtained over time. Once you have been in business a while, suppliers will start to trust you with regard to payments and where they would initially demand payment before delivery, they may start eventually allowing you a few days to pay. This period can grow until you are paying on 30 days by agreement.
Another avenue is to open accounts for small amounts. Eg Stationery or office supplies. Sometimes these suppliers may take a chance and give you an account because the amounts are small. If you pay on time regularly, you can use them as references.
If you are renting premises, you can use your landlord as a reference.
But the whole point of a reference is that it shows them that you have a good track record over a period of time. Using this definition, beginners won't have one. Instead you have to slowly create and build a reputation as a good payer.
In your case "references" might not be about your credit record, but rather about your experience in the industry, in much the same way that you supply character references when you apply for a job.
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