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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.
Business Financing
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 Get an Coronavirus Emergency Paycheck Protection Loan
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act sets aside $350 billion for small business loans to provide economic relief in 2020. Here’s how to get one of these loans.
Coronavirus Crowdfunding Campaigns for Small Businesses
As the coronavirus pandemic continues to financially impact small businesses, a crowdfunding campaign could help you stay afloat.
Everything You Need to Know About Angel Investors
Every startup needs funding and angel investors could be a viable part of your investment strategy. Here’s everything you need to know about angel investors and the pros and cons of working with them.
How to Launch a Crowdfunding Campaign
Crowdfunding has grown to be a popular and effective method of fundraising a business, but there are several strategies that budding businesses should implement before, during and after the campaign.
Common Crowdfunding Mistakes (& How to Avoid Them)
Crowdfunding is a popular funding method for startups, but it must be executed appropriately. Here are six common mistakes to avoid.
When to Crowdfund Instead of Using Venture Capital
Both crowdfunding and venture capitalists are great options for small business funding, but which is right for you?
Can You Use a 401(k) to Start a Business?
If your business requires less than $50,000 to start and you have a solid repayment plan, borrowing your business’s startup funds from your 401(k) may prove a viable option.
How to Collect Payments: A Guide to Every Form of Payment
From cash flow to customer satisfaction, the way you choose to get paid impacts your business.
How to Fund Your Business at Every Stage
Learn how to fund your business, from early bootstrap methods and debt financing to venture capital and capital stacking.
Crowdfunding and Venture Capital Pros and Cons
Crowdfunding and venture capitalists are both great funding options for startups. Here are the pros and cons of each.