The use of data has revolutionized almost every industry, and financial services are no exception. There are many funding data sources that investors can use to check how the company is doing financially and whether they managed to get any additional funding from other investors. How can this help investors in their decision-making? Using data […]
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The A-Z of Funding Your Startup in 26 Words
You’ve set up a fledgling of a business, found enough support to get you over the first hurdles and you’re ready to progress to the next stage. You’re considering raising money on an online investment platform. Great – now what? With the rate the sector’s evolved over the past few years, where do you even […]
Funding Options Coming Out of Lockdown: 3 Strong Options
Has your business taken a hit during the pandemic? Are you looking into starting your own business now as we move out of lockdown? This article will break down the ways that your company can benefit from funding in order to recover or grow, highlighting grant funding, equity and alternative funding options that may be […]
4 Great Ways to Fund a Business Idea
Many people dream of running their own business someday. Some people make that dream a reality while others don’t, and there are many factors that can have an impact on whether or not your business ultimately becomes, and remains, a success. One of the biggest hurdles you’ll face after coming up with a great business […]
A Guide to Startup Business Funding for SMBs
When you’re starting a business you need many different things: tenacity, entrepreneurship, marketing know-how and a product or service that adds value, just to name a few. But above all else, you need money. Without the right funding, it doesn’t matter how good your product is, you won’t get anywhere. What do you need startup […]
5 Funding Options for Post-Pandemic Business Growth
The COVID-19 pandemic hit businesses hard, and those that have managed to weather the storm still face an uphill battle as they try to make a post-lockdown comeback. For many, the only option is to seek external funding to cover staffing costs and return to business as usual – but it isn’t always easy to […]
Raising money? Find your champion.
Increasing your chances of success If you seek funds from an organized investment group such as an angel fund, venture capital entity, or even an investment club, the first thing you want to do is to find one person to buy into your vision, become excited by your enthusiasm and be willing to become the […]
Financing with grants, not equity or debt
First, an example of grant-based financing I was chairman of a company that, for twelve years never took a dollar of outside investment. The company was funded entirely by grants from the National Institute of Health, amounting to millions of non-dilutive dollars in all. The company created a product that could be […]
Consider These 3 Finance Issues for 2021
Source: Pixabay There is no denying that it has been a tough year for many people, with the business world, in particular, having to deal with a multitude of issues. However, now that 2020 is drawing to a close, some small business owners may already have one eye on what they hope to achieve in […]
How to Find Investors for Your Small Business Dream
Starting a small business can be more than just a dream. If it is something you have considered, you probably know that coming up with the financial backing to launch a successful endeavor can be a challenge. One way to get the funds you need is through investors. Finding people willing to invest in your […]
