Most small businesses cite lack of capital is a major constraint on growth. This title focuses on non-bank sources of capital since banks only lend to companies that fit a very narrow profile. It covers topics such as: capital sources entrepreneurs can tap when they are too small or unusual for banks, angel investors and venture capital, and more.
Risk, Reward, Size and Time to Exit.- Self-Help, the Entrepreneur's Sources.- Banks.- Small Business Administration.- Asset Based Lenders and Factors.- Business Models, Business Plans.- Angel Investors.- Venture Capital.- Structuring the Deal.- The Pitch: Landing the Investor.- Securities Regulation.- Public Offerings.- Small Public Offerings.- Small Business Investment Companies.- Internal Sources of Cash.- Bonds.- Commercial Paper.- Other Financing Vehicles.
