Organizations often need money to grow their business. While capital can come from many sources, including personal savings, borrowing money from a lender is a common source of capital, as is raising equity capital from an investor. Many resources, including those below, are available to help guide a business owner to the best options for financing growth.

·         Financial Management
Learn how to successfully manage finances in a growing business

·         Borrowing Money
Explore what organizations should consider before borrowing money

·         SBA Loan Programs 
Identify the large range of SBA loan options for almost every type of business

·         Prequalification Programs
Learn about the prequalification requirements organizations must meet for some programs

·         Microloans
Read about SBA's program to give very small loans

·         Certified Development Company (504) Loan Program
Explore SBA's program for long-term financing to a non-profit Certified Development Company to support economic growth within a community 

·         Equity Financing
Get an explanation of equity financing, including venture capitalists 
 

·         Small Business Investment Companies (SBIC)
Find out about SBA-approved, private-public partnerships helping small businesses succeed in today's environment 

·         Financial Statements
Understand the basics of financial statements

·         Samples
Gain access to sample budgets, strategic plans, and reports

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