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11 guides about funding & capital for business owners.

Funding & Capital·intermediate·10 min read

Managing Business Debt: When to Borrow, When to Pay Down

A practical framework for deciding when to take on business debt, how to manage it effectively, and when to prioritize paying it off.

By Doug Ebenal·Oct 5, 2025·Includes tools
Funding & Capital·advanced·12 min read

Understanding Term Sheets: What You Are Signing Away

A founder-friendly breakdown of term sheet provisions, what they mean in plain language, and which terms matter most.

By Josh Caruso·Oct 4, 2025
Funding & Capital·advanced·12 min read

Preparing Financial Projections Investors Actually Believe

Learn how to build realistic, defensible financial projections that withstand investor scrutiny and guide your business decisions.

By Doug Ebenal·Oct 3, 2025·Includes tools
Funding & Capital·beginner·9 min read

Small Business Grants: Where to Find Free Money

A practical guide to finding and applying for small business grants from federal, state, and private sources.

By Josh Caruso·Oct 2, 2025
Funding & Capital·beginner·10 min read

Crowdfunding: Rewards, Equity, and Debt-Based Models

Understand the three types of crowdfunding, which platforms to use, and how to run a successful campaign.

By Doug Ebenal·Oct 1, 2025
Funding & Capital·advanced·11 min read

Venture Capital: Is It Right for Your Business?

Understand how venture capital works, what VCs expect, and how to determine if VC funding aligns with your business goals.

By Josh Caruso·Sep 30, 2025
Funding & Capital·intermediate·10 min read

Angel Investors: How to Find Them and What They Expect

Learn who angel investors are, how to connect with them, what they look for in a deal, and how to structure an angel investment.

By Doug Ebenal·Sep 29, 2025
Funding & Capital·intermediate·10 min read

Alternative Lending: Revenue-Based Financing, MCAs, and Online Lenders

Explore non-traditional funding options including revenue-based financing, merchant cash advances, and online lending platforms.

By Josh Caruso·Sep 28, 2025·Includes tools
Funding & Capital·intermediate·10 min read

Bank Loans and Lines of Credit for Small Business

Understand the differences between term loans and lines of credit, how banks evaluate your application, and how to improve your chances of approval.

By Doug Ebenal·Sep 27, 2025·Includes tools
Funding & Capital·intermediate·11 min read

SBA Loans: Types, Requirements, and How to Apply

A complete guide to SBA loan programs, eligibility requirements, and the application process for small business owners.

By Josh Caruso·Sep 26, 2025·Includes tools
Funding & Capital·beginner·9 min read

Bootstrapping: Building a Business Without Outside Money

Learn how to launch and grow your business using personal savings, revenue, and sweat equity instead of outside funding.

By Doug Ebenal·Sep 25, 2025·Includes tools

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