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Oct 19

Fund Raising

Sales-Open Doors on Green Grass and Blue Sky
Business owners and managers spend a significant amount of their time planning for the future. However, one common oversight is developing the proper plan to secure the right type... MORE
  • Chanel Curry-Brooks
  • Estimated reading time: 14 min read

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    Highlights

    1Start planning 6-12 months before applying. 2Figure out whether debt or equity is the right fit. 3Take time to ask questions and strategize, it pays off.
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3 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Borrowing fund-raising Startups How will you put the funds to work? Ty Kiisel From the Editor's Desk
Jul 22

Fund Raising

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How will you put the funds to work?

3 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Borrowing
David Gilbert of National Funding helps small business get the capital they need to grow. He tells Forbes.com that “many business owners have a difficult time articulating what the financing... MORE
  • From the Editor's Desk
  • Estimated reading time: 2 min read

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    1Be able to articulate how you will use the capital. 2Make sure what you borrow will add to bottom line. 3Be able to explain your own financial statements.
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How to Get a Small Business Loan fund-raising Startups More fundraising alternatives for you Sara Angeles From the Editor's Desk
Apr 17

Fund Raising

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More fundraising alternatives for you

How to Get a Small Business Loan
Increase your chances of getting your loan approved with these great tips. Also consider some other funding options.MORE
  • Sara Angeles
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    1Alternatives: Crowd funding, microloans and the SBA. 2Banks like to see a 5 year track record of success. 3Lenders are influence by your online presence.
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7 Steps to Getting Funding For Your Startup fund-raising Startups A guide to start the process Drew Hendricks From the Editor's Desk
Mar 10

Fund Raising

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A guide to start the process

7 Steps to Getting Funding For Your Startup
Most people will need to fundraise to get their new business idea off the ground. If you don’t know where to start, consult this 7 item checklist.GO TO ARTICLE
  • From the Editor's Desk

  • Hummy's
    Highlights

    1Your pitch to investors must have appeal. 2 A business plan can be simple and verbally explained. 3There are many ways to find and mingle with investors.
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The Startup Fundraising Journey Explained fund-raising Startups One path, many steps From the Editor's Desk
Mar 03

Fund Raising

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One path, many steps

The Startup Fundraising Journey Explained
Obtaining startup capital is extremely competitive. There simply aren’t enough interested investors for every great idea. As an additional challenge for those outside Silicon Valley, the dollars disproportionately gather... MORE
  • From the Editor's Desk
  • Estimated reading time: 2 min read

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    Highlights

    1Getting VC is a multi-step, performance-based process. 2Crowdfunding can be a precursor to attract VC later. 3VCs still primarily prioritize funding tech startups.
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3 Alternative Small Business Loan Options fund-raising Startups Finding the funds you need From the Editor's Desk
Feb 17

Fund Raising

Global business concept
Finding the funds you need

3 Alternative Small Business Loan Options
If you’ve struggled with trying to get a bank loan for your small business, you’re not alone. Often it’s impossible for startups to obtain bank loans until they have demonstrated... MORE
  • From the Editor's Desk
  • Estimated reading time: 2 min read

  • Hummy's
    Highlights

    1Utilize crowdfunding, microloans and the SBA. 2Preparation and documentation are essential. 3Make sure your online presence is strong.
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Small Business Administration Resources for Veterans fund-raising Startups Government offers a boost for Veterans Rhett Jeppson From the Editor's Desk
Jan 28

Fund Raising

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Government offers a boost for Veterans

Small Business Administration Resources for Veterans
These U.S. Small Business Administration resource partners have almost 1,500 locations across the United States, Guam, and Puerto Rico to help veterans who want to start their own business... MORE
  • Rhett Jeppson
  • Estimated reading time: 2 min read

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    1Vets can enjoy many resources to ensure success. 2All 5 government resources are free to use. 3Programs are for both startups and existing businesses.
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What Every Entrepreneur Should Know About Fundraising fund-raising Startups There is a predictable process Andrew Vest From the Editor's Desk
Jan 20

Fund Raising

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There is a predictable process

What Every Entrepreneur Should Know About Fundraising
Fundraising: Love it or hate it, unless you are independently wealthy or bootstrapped, it is key to scaling and rapid growth for your startup. When done right, it can... MORE
  • Andrew Vest
  • Estimated reading time: 3 min read

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    Highlights

    1Observe the four main phases of your fundraising. 2Fine-tune your pitch to investors. 3Understand that networking is crucial!
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Legal Changes Allow Internet Startups to Seek Crowdfunding! fund-raising Startups Fundraising is getting easier Emily From the Editor's Desk
Jan 19

Fund Raising

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Fundraising is getting easier

Legal Changes Allow Internet Startups to Seek Crowdfunding!
Deciding to begin an Internet startup can be one of the most rewarding decisions that an entrepreneur ever makes. However, like anything these days, doing so costs money. To... MORE
  • Emily
  • Estimated reading time: 3 min read

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    1Ban against public solicitation of VC's has lifted. 2Crowdfunding is now allowed for web startups. 3Take advantage of the "Kickstarter" format.
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Your Elevator Pitch fund-raising Startups Don't miss fleeting opportunities Randy Martinsen
Jan 16

Fund Raising

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Don't miss fleeting opportunities

Your Elevator Pitch
The 30- or 60-second “elevator pitch” can be one of the most powerful tools for a business to attract new customers. In my observation only a fraction of elevator... MORE
  • Randy Martinsen
  • Estimated reading time: 2 min read

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    1Spread the word in a concise manner. 2The objective is to get contact information. 3Use a formula to state the essence of your company.
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