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You'll need cash to grow your business. Everything you need to know about traditional business loans and alternative lenders.
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5 Loans to Start a Business
If crowdfunding, angel investments or capital from friends and family aren’t an option for you, here are some tips on where you can start.
Pitching Investors
Business Financing
10-Point Checklist to Use Before Pitching Investors
Get your ducks in a row with this checklist before you bring your business idea to a room of investors.
Business Financing
Ready, Set, Pitch! Famous Investors' Best Advice on Finding Backers
What do famous investors look for when they’re ready to put their money—or their investment firm’s capital—behind a company?
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What Is Cost of Equity, and How Do You Calculate It?
When investing in a business project or opportunity, you need to see a return worth the risk. Learn how the cost of equity influences your decision.
How to Choose an Investor for a Small Business
Need funding for your small business? Keep these points in mind when selecting an investor.
How to Seek Small Business Investors
Here’s what entrepreneurs should consider when looking for investment opportunities for their businesses.
By: Kaylee Kolditz
How to Fund Your Business
Here’s a detailed guide on how to fund your business, whether you’re just beginning or you have a few years under your belt.
10 Alternative Lenders for Small Business Loans
Need working capital or new equipment? Consider a nonbank alternative lender that offers flexible terms and fast funding.
How to Start a Kickstarter Campaign
Kicking off a Kickstarter? Start by setting realistic expectations and building a community to support your idea.
Best Tips from Famous Investors
What do famous investors look for when they’re ready to put their money—or their investment firm’s capital—behind a company?
What Is the Opportunity Finance Network?
Low-income communities can benefit from the support and financial services provided by the Opportunity Finance Network. Learn how to join the network as a member or ally.
Terms You Should Know Before Pitching Investors
Walk the walk and talk the talk to get on the same page as potential investors and make your opportunity sound exciting.
What Is a SPAC? What Small Businesses Should Know
Special purpose acquisition companies (SPACs) have been around for a while, but only recently become popular in response to post-pandemic market volatility.
