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Learn about the different funding options available to new businesses, and how to choose the one that’s right for you.

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Federal Reserve Holds Interest Rates. How that Affects Your Startup.

With core inflation remaining steady or declining in recent months, the Federal Reserve held the line Wednesday on interest rates. But that does not mean entrepreneurs and small business owners can bank on things staying...

byMatthew Gillman

October 28, 2023

$10K Verizon Grants and Other Free Benefits for Entrepreneurs

The Verizon Small Business Digital Ready Grant program is now open for applications for its latest round of funding, totaling $1 million. The $10,000 grant program is one of the most popular features of Verizon...

byStartupNation

October 25, 2023

The Best Funding Options for Minority Entrepreneurs

Getting funded can be a challenge for any investor. But for minority entrepreneurs, finding and securing capital can often require going the extra mile. Some entrepreneurs have found success in finding an investor who believes in...

byEric Goldschein

July 17, 2023

This Entrepreneur Shares How She Bootstrapped Her Startup (and How You Can, Too)

There are several different ways a startup founder might fund his or her business, including series funding, crowdfunding, loans, venture capital and angel investments. Bootstrapping is another option. As an entrepreneur, investment advisor and consultant...

byJackie Hermes

April 23, 2023

10 Tips for Women to Successfully Raise Startup Capital

Women have more of a challenge than men when it comes to raising money. According to Fortune Magazine, all-women teams raised only 2.2 percent of available capital in 2017, versus 79 percent for all-male teams....

byYvonne Campos

March 30, 2023

Entrepreneurs vs. Solo Entrepreneurs: What Are Your Financing Options?

Working Americans choose to start their own business for any number of reasons. There’s increased flexibility and independence, as well as more ambitious goals, like fulfilling a lifelong vision or dream. According to the U.S....

byMeredith Turits

March 26, 2023

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How to Raise Money You Don’t Have to Pay Back

It sounds a little too good to be true. Raise money and don’t worry about paying anybody back? How could I do that? It’s actually pretty simple: small business grants. The U.S. government awards $500...

byJason Shubnell

February 17, 2023

How to Find and Apply for Minority Business Loans

Many minorities are starting businesses, have been running one for a while, or are well-established in their industry. Despite their qualifications and eagerness to be part of a growing economy, however, there are some obstacles...

byNav

February 13, 2023

Top 5 Financial Resolutions for Small Businesses … and How to Keep Them in the New Year

Many small business owners like to prepare for the new year by creating financial goals and resolutions. After all, looking to expand and strengthen your small business through financial goals is a great way to...

byRapid Finance

December 16, 2022

How to Secure Funding as a Female Business Owner

Raising working capital is a huge part of the job when starting a business. However, many women-owned businesses can run into trouble when looking for financing to fund their small business. When loans and other...

byRapid Finance

September 23, 2022

The Difference Between APR and APY and Why It Matters

When it comes to your business finances, it is important to understand the differences between an annual percentage rate (APR) and annual percentage yield (APY). Many people use APR and APY interchangeably because they are...

byMatthew Gillman

September 15, 2022

WJR Business Beat: Startups Led by Women Are Getting More VC Money (Episode 474)

Funding for female-led startups is on the upswing, Jeff reports on this Business Beat, at least in certain areas of the country. Tune in below for more good news: Tune in to News/Talk...

byStartupNation

September 12, 2022

How to Leverage Your Full-Time Job to Fund Your Entrepreneurial Dreams

When I accepted a position at a software development company after college, I was clear with them from the start. During the interview, they asked about my passion and my goals. I shared that I...

byKyara Gray

September 6, 2022

What I Learned Competing for Startup Money

Regardless of the type of business you’re starting, you need some money. Even if you plan to bootstrap, you still need to raise enough to live on and probably a small amount for operations. Considering...

byBob Buckley

August 31, 2022

They’re Back! Apply Now for a $10,000 Verizon Small Business Digital Ready Grant

Verizon Small Business Digital Ready is committed to helping small businesses grow. It’s why we are partnering with this program to arm businesses just like yours with the tools and resources needed to thrive in...

byStartupNation

August 30, 2022

Monica Wheat Gives 4 Reasons Why Pitch Competitions Are Gold

Monica Wheat has a thumb drive full of excellent advice for startup companies. But if she had to pick one nugget of sage, it might be this one: “It’s going to be 10 times harder...

byColin McMahon

August 25, 2022

How to Secure Funding as an LGBTQ+ Entrepreneur

Getting your startup off the ground is hard enough. Now imagine the extra challenges you might face as an LGBTQ+ entrepreneur. Despite progress toward diversifying funding for startups, discrimination and marginalization have hindered the LGBTQ+...

byDevin Partida

August 17, 2022

Angel Investor Doron York on Winning Entrepreneur Traits

On this episode of "Inside Michigan Business," Jeff Sloan talks with angel investor Doron York about the excitement and importance of investing in early-stage businesses. Tune in below to listen to the conversation: In...

byInside Michigan Business

August 11, 2022

WJR Business Beat: New Funding Announced for Small Businesses in Metro Detroit (Episode 456)

On this Business Beat, Jeff shares details of a funding program through Detroit Means Business and the Detroit Economic Growth Corporation. Tune in below for details: Tune in to News/Talk 760 AM WJR...

byStartupNation

August 11, 2022

10 Questions to Ask a Financial Institution Before Opening an Account

So, you want to open a personal or business bank account, but you’re not sure where to start? This guide is here to help. Here’s how to find a financial institution you can trust, important...

bySharita Humphrey

August 9, 2022