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When Lease Is More
Equipping your new business doesn't have to cost a fortune.Passing The Buck
BY Jacquelyn Lynn
Managing your cash with factoringBusiness Incubators
A home for fledgling businesses, many incubators also provide access to capital.Equipment Leasing
Conserve cash by leasing instead of buying.Better Than a Bank?
BY Crystal Detamore-Rodman
When it comes to lending, finance companies are often less demanding and more understanding than banks.Financing Your Radical Concept
BY C. J. Prince
Is your company's concept so cutting edge that investors won't touch it? Here's how to get their attention--and their money.Business Incubators
Nest in one of these entrepreneurial hotbeds, and you may just be on your way to financing.Private Loan Guarantees
You're early stage, the bank is ignoring your pleas--what do you do? Find an investor to guarantee your loan.It's a Win-Win
BY Crystal Detamore-Rodman
Whether you're having a capital crisis or need funds to support growth, your customers may be an unexpected financing source.Looking for Investors Abroad
BY David Worrell
Looking for capital? Consider looking abroad. International investors can provide funding--and much more.Stock Exchange
BY Crystal Detamore-Rodman
Short on capital? If you've got a proven plan for converting inventory into cash, inventory financing could be the option for you.Pros and Cons of Incubator Funding
BY David Newton
These centers provide not only capital, but also a great location to launch your new business.Coming Up Short
BY Crystal Detamore-Rodman
Short-term financing could help your company overcome temporary setbacks or cash-flow issues.Common Cents
BY David Worrell
Approaching investors who share your interests is the first step to getting the dollars you need.Relief Valve?
BY C. J. Prince
Done right, a private investment in public equity, or PIPE, could bring your business much-needed cash.Public Works
BY Crystal Detamore-Rodman
Looking for a capital infusion? Don't ignore public funding sources in your own backyard.Branching Out
BY Crystal Detamore-Rodman
An employee stock ownership plan is more than just a great way to boost morale-it's also a cheap source of growth capital.License to Profit
BY David Worrell
Could licensing your intellectual property provide the extra capital you've been looking for?Going Public
BY C. J. Prince
A reverse merger may be the fast way to take your business public, but is it for you?A Perfect Match?
BY Crystal Detamore-Rodman
If you think an intermediary service has the quick fix you need for finding investors, take a second look.Short-Term Loan Solutions
BY David Newton
Securing a succession of small loans can help you cover expenses while building revenuesGive 'Em Credit
BY Crystal Detamore-Rodman
They're not just for car loans and home mortgages. Now credit unions are making business loans.Get Creative With Your Financing Strategies
BY David Newton
How to acquire the equipment you need now without going brokeCreative Ways to Fund Your Business
BY Crystal Detamore-Rodman
When the money tree looks dry, sometimes you just have to create your own branch.Understanding Convertible Loans
BY David Newton
Before you borrow funds with a convertible loan, make sure it's a positive move for the future of your business.Hold On to What's Yours
BY David Worrell
Get the money you need without giving up too much of the company.Don't Miss
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