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A Practical Guide to Funding Your Small Business with Business Loans and Beyond
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.
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Everything You Need to Know to Prepare to Apply for a Business Loan
How to decide if a small business loan is right for you—and, if so, how to apply for one.
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How to Get a Grant to Start a Business
Funding your startup can be a challenge. Applying for a grant can take time but may give you that boost you need to launch or sustain your business.
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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.
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.
How to Apply for a Restaurant Revitalization Fund Grant
The new Restaurant Revitalization Fund, part of the recently passed American Rescue Plan Act, provides $28.6 billion in grants to restaurants and bars in need.
What to Know About Second-Draw PPP Loans
Many businesses that received PPP loans in 2020 can now apply for second-draw PPP loans. Here’s what they need to know about this expanded program.