C. Financing a Small Business 4.00 Explain the fundamentals of financing a small business Discuss sources used in financing a small business.
How are you going to finance a small business? Equity sources: Money or capital contributed by owners; capital sources that trade cash for some portion of ownership or equity in a business.
Personal savings Friends and relatives Partners Private investors Venture capitalists State-sponsored venture capital funds
How are you going to finance a small business? Debt sources: Money or capital that is borrowed and must be paid back with interest. Banks Trade credit through vendors Finance companies Credit unions Government agencies
Process for getting a loan Select the bank carefully. Prepare financial statements and a business plan. Make an appointment. Prepare to answer questions.
Types of loans available Secured Loans Short-term loans Lines of credit
Entrepreneurial characteristics needed to obtain financing Character Capacity Capital Collateral Conditions
Factors to consider when choosing a financial plan Risk Control Availability