Financing & Capital Resources

Want to increase your success when pitching to potential investors? Learn how to tweak your approach — “selling an idea” rather than “asking for money”.

Read these 25 terms and phrases to help you understand the language of small business lending and likely make the conversation you have with a loan officer less intimidating.

Before contacting angel investors, understand what they look for, so you approach the right angel groups and provide them with the information they need

Depending upon your lender and the loan type, you will need several documents. This list helps speed up the process and increase your chances for approval.

Angel investors get their name from their supportive nature. Learn the pros and consequences of tapping into this resource.

Many business owners are turning to microloans. Microloans are small loans, typically ranging from as little as a few hundred dollars to as much as $50,000.

Learn how the 3 major business credit reporting bureaus, Dunn & Bradstreet, Equifax, and Experian focus on slightly different aspects of your business credit profile. Read more

Entrepreneurs who made early mistakes but went on to successfully launch and grow businesses point to these classic investor mistakes that can torpedo even the best business plans. Read more

Startup businesses that took on debt are more likely to succeed (as long as they use business debt as opposed to taking on personal debt).

While venture capital gets a lot of attention in the media, it's not necessarily the best financing strategy for every growing business. Read more

Picking the right type of small business financing isn't simple. Answering these 4 questions will help you select the best lenders and loans for you.

Understanding the truth about small business loans and other forms of debt financing will reveal opportunities for growth.