Funding Sources
Personal funds
Funding a business with your own money gives you the advantage of maintaining total control of the company, and can avoid regular debt expenses in the future. read more
Friends and family
Friends and family members can be a key source of financial support when getting your business started. read more
Crowdfunding
If you believe your business idea can appeal to a wider audience, crowdfunding can be a good way to acquire capital. read more
Banks and credit unions
Banks and credit unions have traditionally been a major source of funding for small businesses. read more
SBA programs
The U.S. Small Business Administration oversees several financing options for small businesses, including loans, surety bonds, investment partnerships, and disaster relief programs. read more
Alternative lenders
Alternative lenders have grown in popularity as entrepreneurs face greater challenges in accessing capital through traditional financial institutions. read more
Venture capital
Venture capitalists are investment banks, wealthy individuals, or others who put money into an early-stage company with the expectation that it will earn a high return on investment in the future. read more
Angel investors
Like venture capitalists, angel investors look to finance companies that have the potential for a high return on investment, and typically seek an equity share in the company and a role in business operations in exchange for the funding. read more
