Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 10, 2018

In the US, you may find that the Small Business Administration (SBA) can get you infusions of cash without normal backup requirements. Apply to local angel investor groups. A good place to start looking is Grants.gov , which is a searchable directory of more than 1,000 Federal grant programs.

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Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 12, 2014

In the US, you may find that the Small Business Administration (SBA) can get you infusions of cash without normal backup requirements. Apply to local Angel investor groups. A good place to start looking is Grants.gov , which is a searchable directory of more than 1,000 Federal grant programs.

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Up and Running

SEPTEMBER 19, 2014

You can take a look at this article for details on the SBA Loan program. The SBA offers a convenient area on their website to conduct research about which may be right for you. Entrepreneur reports how this program was expanded just earlier this year. Options Outside the U.S. Bank loans. Government Small Business Grants

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Austin Startup

MARCH 3, 2018

Salon FG Bankrupt to Billionaire with SBA Administrator Linda McMahon & Headspring CEO Dustin Wells In business?—?as Long-overlooked laws are available to lower the after-tax risk, and make profits potentially tax-free for angel investors. March 9, 2018 3:30PM?—?4:30PM 4:30PM JW Marriott?—?Salon as in pro wrestling?—?you’re

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The Startup Magazine

AUGUST 24, 2017

Many small business owners pursue financing through SBA loans and traditional lenders; however, as banks have tightened the reins on loan requests, some may find they must pursue unconventional methods of funding. Every day, technology advancements make our lives a little bit easier. Invest in Your Employees.

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Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 25, 2016

In the US, you may find that the Small Business Administration (SBA) can get you infusions of cash without normal backup requirements. Apply to local Angel investor groups. A good place to start looking is Grants.gov , which is a searchable directory of more than 1,000 Federal grant programs.

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Board Effect

JUNE 10, 2019

If you’re interested in more of a partnership, you’ll also find opportunities to work with venture capital partners or local angel investors. Try searching grants.gov for a searchable directory of over 1,000 federal grant programs. Again, be aware that they’ll usually expect some stake in the company for their trouble.

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Up and Running

APRIL 4, 2022

Joining a local SCORE or SBA community group can keep you updated on workshops and events near you. These are typically grant programs that cater to specific demographics such as minorities, veterans, etc. If you’re in more of a startup environment, angel investors and venture capitalists may be your best option.

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The Entrepreneurial Mind

JULY 14, 2010

And many larger business schools add other barriers, such as separate admissions processes to get in to their program once you are admitted to the university. Remember that the government just did a massive power grab and took over the college loan program. Step 7: Give Angel Investors a Tax Break."

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Up and Running

MAY 28, 2015

I’m in my seventh year now as a leader and an angel investment group where we just announced an investment last Thursday, and I’m very familiar with how this works for angel investors. Tell your angel investors a story about need. Depending on who the investors are, some want more, some want less.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 23, 2023

Most loan programs, and most investors, want to see that you have “skin in the game’ before helping you. Even if you can’t meet all these criteria, it’s definitely worthwhile to utilize the free services of the Small Business Administration (SBA) and SCORE in the US to get their help in preparing for the loan option.

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Up and Running

APRIL 11, 2017

Traditional bank loans, SBA loans, microloans, and alternative lenders are all popular options, but each comes with its own set of pros and cons. Angel investors and venture capitalists are also worth exploring, and they may come with secondary benefits such as guidance and mentoring or access to industry connections.

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Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 27, 2020

Most loan programs, and most investors, want to see that you have “skin in the game’ before helping you. Even if you can’t meet all these criteria, it’s definitely worthwhile to utilize the free services of the Small Business Administration (SBA) and SCORE in the US to get their help in preparing for the loan option.

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crowdSPRING Blog

FEBRUARY 11, 2019

A sole proprietorship is the “most basic type of business to establish” according to the SBA (Small Business Administration). Angel Investors and Venture Capitalists. Angel investors and venture capitalists provide a more traditional route to raise funds for your new consulting business. Sole proprietorship or LLC?

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Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 1, 2018

Most loan programs, and most investors, want to see that you have “skin in the game’ before helping you. Even if you can’t meet all these criteria, it’s definitely worthwhile to utilize the free services of the Small Business Administration (SBA) and SCORE in the US to get their help in preparing for the loan option.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 11, 2013

That’s why Angel investors are so sought after by entrepreneurs. Most loan programs, and most investors, want to see that you have “skin in the game’ before helping you. The default answer is that it probably won’t happen, because most banks just don’t make bank loans to startups. Show a significant personal investment.

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Up and Running

MAY 15, 2019

Backed by a team of private local investors , ColdFire gained access to additional capital through an SBA loan. Will you only brew ales, or will you also make space for lagers, a barrel-aging program, and so on? Market valuation coverage (for offerings such as a barrel aging program).

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Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 31, 2016

That’s why Angel investors are so sought after by entrepreneurs. Most loan programs, and most investors, want to see that you have “skin in the game’ before helping you. The default answer is that it probably won’t happen, because most banks just don’t make bank loans to startups. Show a significant personal investment.

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Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 13, 2012

That’s why Angel investors are so sought after by entrepreneurs. Most loan programs, and most investors, want to see that you have “skin in the game’ before helping you. The default answer is that it probably won’t happen, because most banks just don’t make bank loans to startups. Show a significant personal investment.

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Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 15, 2010

That’s why angel investors are so sought after by entrepreneurs. Most loan programs, and most investors, want to see that you have “skin in the game’ before helping you. The default answer is that it probably won’t happen, because most banks just don’t make bank loans to startups. Show a significant personal investment.

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Steve Blank

OCTOBER 29, 2009

Ampex’s first customer was Bing Crosby who wanted to record his radio programs for rebroadcast (and had exclusive distribution rights.) Five years later Dennis and a small group of angel investors who called themselves “The Group” started investing in new electronics companies being formed in the valley south of San Francisco.

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Professor VC

FEBRUARY 11, 2013

I fell in to all three camps representing San Jose State University, Startups (through my CFO/board roles) and Investors (with my angel investor hat on). We were specifically advocating to fix the broken H1-B and Green Card programs and to provide visas and green cards to startup entrepreneurs and STEM degree holders.

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