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How to Raise Money For Starting a New Business?

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Starting a business is a wish many dreams, but only a few are able to achieve. Many factors play a part in that. But it is the money that is usually the critical factor that interferes with the plan. If you are also someone who is trying to raise capital to start your own business, don’t worry. You are not alone. More than 70% of small businesses use some form of financing before making it big. 

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Try Bootstrapping Invest Your Savings in Your Business IdeaLook For Traditional Financing Institutions Wrapping up

Now since money doesn’t grow on trees, you need to seek funding using different ways. Don’t know what the options are? This article will give you some ways to get going with your business plan right away!

Try Bootstrapping 

First things first. This idea will only work for businesses that don’t require a lot of startup capital. For instance, if you think of starting a manufacturing unit or anything related to transportation, this idea won’t work. Besides these industries, you can practically fund your venture. Yes! You heard it right. 

For instance, if you don’t have any savings, you can look for a 0% or low-interest APR business credit card. This will give you a chance to borrow money without incurring interest. If you consider your idea has potential, doing this will be worth the risk. 

Investing your money in your business will always get a positive response from investors if you wish to partner with any down the line. 

Invest Your Savings in Your Business Idea

While you can always ask a family or a friend to help you with money or investments, won’t it be a good feeling if you use your savings (of course, leaving some money behind for emergencies)? For instance, if you have a certain amount of money saved, you can use it to fund your business idea initially. Or if you own a timeshare and you don’t feel it has much use now. Selling it will be a significant financial decision. You can take the help of timeshare compliance and get on with the process.

However, if you decide to take help from a friend or a family, make sure to select the one with solid business skills. But make sure to clear everything right from the start about paying back the amount. 

Look For Traditional Financing Institutions 

While there are new ways of raising capital, you can still opt for traditional methods to fund your operations. You can opt for small business loans from banks or other financial institutions. However, if you wish to get approved, there are a few things you need to meet the requirements.

  • You must be in business for two years or more.
  • The company must have an annual revenue (at least $100,00). 
  • You must have a good credit score.

While these rules might vary from lender to lender, you can even opt for invoice financing to get money faster. 

Wrapping up

If you are looking to move to the next phase of starting a new business, funding is something that needs proper consideration. Many companies think that you might need to borrow some money to get that initial push. So, consider your options and see what will be beneficial in the long run.

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Start Your Business June 8, 2021
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