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These amounts are not made up. They are actual numbers from actual reported venture capital funding. I get these notices emailed to me day after day, rain or shine. These numbers are a constant reminder to me that companies – lots of companies – are getting funded every day. And these numbers just reflect the reported venture capital funding. There is probably double that amount from angel investment and unreported fundings, and millions more from the $16 billion pool that SBA has this year. All in all, it’s a lot of money. That’s a lot of companies and banks and groups and individuals actively investing in small business. So how come you’re still looking for financing? Perhaps you aren’t presenting your company effectively. Or perhaps you haven’t located the right lender. It’s also possible that your concept just isn’t very good, but I doubt that. The fact that you are reading this article means you are a serious entrepreneur, with a serious business. So where do Read More

Obtaining Financing for Small and Mid-size Businesses Written 9/20/2008 Somewhere along the way your company will probably borrow money. There are a few things every business owner should know before starting the process…    In today’s highly scrutinized and regulated mortgage climate, lenders are increasingly looking out for their investors. This makes finding the right lender – borrower relationship more difficult than in any time in recent decades. Despite this complexity, there is substantial money available for properly prepared and qualified borrowers. As such, borrowers should learn how to successfully proceed in today’s complex markets. This article will serve as a primer outlining the steps, some principles, and business terms that are common in many types of business loan transactions. Step 1 – Ask Questions: Asking basic questions of the lender or your broker prior to starting the loan process can help save valuable time and increase the chances of Read More