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Financing your Business Made Easy

by Ralph Alterowitz (Author), Jon Zonderman (Author)

Insider tips on every imaginable way of raising capital for a small business

Financing Your Business Made Easy offers myriad ideas to get financing. The authors discuss the benefits and pitfalls of borrowing from family and friends, with tips on how to keep business relationships separate from personal ones. Dozens of government loan sources are explained in detail. Drawing on their insider knowledge of venture capital firms and angel investors, the authors reveal how to maximize your chances of success. Plus, they provide innovative financing ideas, such as borrowing from suppliers and customers, taking advantage of credit cards, and raising money from employees.

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Need money?

"In a growing business there is always a need for capital. A resource such as this shows all the sources and how to apply for funding. It's like having advisors from many different financing options counseling you on how to get them interested in financing your business. The book is arranged by sections according to stages of a business, and by different levels of capital needed, thereby directing the business owner to the appropriate section. It is a must for all entrepreneurs." - Dr. Al Inselberg, President, Multidimensional Graphs, Ltd.

Every new or growing company needs money. Although there is a multitude of ways to raise that money, some are more productive than others. Hunting for financing sources isn't easy-you need a game plan to be successful.

We'll help you showcase your company's strengths, target the correct investors, and spend your time, money and energy pitching to those investors who have the highest payoff probability.

Getting capital from sources ranging from angel investors to government agencies
The 5 C's of credit
Incubators and accelerators
Business financing scams
Critical questions to ask potential investors

"Entrepreneurial opportunities and the American Dream-they're one and the same. And they can be real-for anyone, even if you think you lack the cash and contacts to start. With its arrays of smart strategies, this book lights the way." Neal Peirce, Washington Post Writers Group and author.

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