Financing & Capital Resources

Our latest infographic highlights the financial difficulties and opportunities for small businesses. Read more

Courage often manifests itself differently for women than for men. This article looks at women entrepreneurs and the specific challenges they face.

Amortizing a loan means paying it down, a small amount at a time. This template will help you develop a loan amortization schedule. Read more

If you are seeking financing to start your new business, it's important to understand the difference between the two basic types of financing: debt and equity. Here's a closer look.

If you ever need bank financing, angel investors, venture capital or even a loan from friends and family, these are things you should know about financial statements. Read more

In this module, you will learn about accounting and bookkeeping systems, sources of capital, the six C’s of credit, and banking relations. Read more

In this online module, you'll learn the importance of financial planning, how to build your financial model, how to understand financial statements and more. Read more

Do you dream of being your own boss? If you want to start a business, but aren’t quite ready to give up your job and its accompanying security, salary and benefits, don’t worry;... Read more

To help small businesses get the financing they need to strengthen and grow, the Small Business Administration (SBA) has several loan programs designed for very specific purposes.

Nearly everyone who has ever started a business has underestimated the costs, and then faced the danger of running with inadequate capital reserves. The key to avoiding this... Read more