Wednesday, November 25, 2009

Entrepreneur.com: Financing a Business

Liquid Assets Keep the Credit Flowing

Entrepreneurs with asset liquidity will be able to get loans in a tough environment. more >>

Year of the Bootstrapper

Here are some tips for growing without an external cash infusion. more >>

Perfect Your Pitch

If you want to secure venture capital, avoid these 8 mistakes. more >>

The Cost of a Price Hike

When it's time to add fees, be clear about what and why. more >>

Crappy New Year

Survive '09 by reducing expenses and watching cash flow. more >>

Time to Sell?

The news is bleak, but in the right market and industry you can sell your business. more >>

Keeping Tabs on Cash Flow

If the money disappears, so does your business. more >>

The Investment Trade-Off

What if an investor wants a role in running the business? more >>

Bad Debt? Get a Tax Break

In a troubled economy, every penny counts, So Take advantage of these tax savings. more >>

Net Loss

Borrowing money? Watch for online scams. more >>

Smart Moves in a Bad Economy

When costs rise and customers wane, don't let knee-jerk reactions kick you in the wrong direction. more >>

Seeking Investors

There are alternate places to find the working capital you need. more >>

On a Budget?

Here are 85 franchises you can start for less than $25,000. more >>

Board Relations

When investors ask for a board seat, weigh your options before pulling out the leather chair. more >>

Fraud Rattles SBA Program

An investigation of HUBZone revealed millions in loans to ineligible and even fake businesses. more >>

Keep Comp Costs Down

Take steps to minimize workplace injuries, and your business may come out unscathed. more >>

Master the Art of Saying Less and Selling More

Make every word you say count by becoming a better listener. more >>

Loan-Packaging Help

How do you show lenders you mean business? A professionally prepared loan package may help. more >>

Keep Giving Back

In a struggling economy, entrepreneurs get creative with philanthropy. more >>

Making Mint

By helping people manage their money, this entrepreneur is earning his. more >>

Playing Favorites

Striking a balance between sales, profits and cash flow may mean giving one the upper hand. more >>

It's Your Business

Rising costs push entrepreneurs to take back their companies in going-private deals. more >>

Buyer's Market

If you have the cash, the market is ripe for dealing, just do your due diligence. more >>

The Going Rate

Think long-term when it comes to refinancing. more >>

Access Granted

Is your search for commercial financing going nowhere? Your local capital Access Program could help. more >>

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