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 […]
Funding
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 […]
Don’t Ignore These 3 Factors That Can Make or Break Your Business
Building your own company from the ground up can be a real challenge, but that challenge can yield massive rewards. However, those rewards are reserved for those who come prepared. Small businesses are uniquely positioned to face more severe penalties for even minor mistakes, so the majority of small businesses don’t even last a full […]
6 Key Ways to Answer Investor Questions
Entrepreneurs looking for investor funding often fail to realize that all money comes with strings. For example, if you have watched the Shark Tank TV series, you probably noticed that the Sharks always ask the entrepreneurs for their intended “use of funds.” Those who respond with one of the wrong answers, such as “I want […]
6 Top Funding Options for Your Real Estate Investments
You’ve decided to turn to real estate investing to grow your wealth. The only problem is, you have no idea where to get the money from to get started. You may have a small lump sum of cash to work with, but it’s not nearly enough to fund your first project. Before throwing in the […]
Fundless vs. Funded: Pros & Cons of Independent Sponsors & Private Equity
If you have been looking into options for funding your family-owned or small business, there is a very good chance that in addition to small business private equity firms, you have heard about fundless sponsors and search funds. If so, you are likely wondering what a fundless sponsor is and whether or not it’s the […]
How Do I Fund My New Business?
Do you have the cash you need to get your business off the ground? Some startup companies require a lot of cash, while others can operate on a low budget. No matter how much money you need, there are plenty of ways you can acquire funds to get your business up and running! Some of […]
