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Which Type of Financing is the Best Fit for You?

September 11, 2023 • Melissa Houston • Season 1 • Episode 152

“Raising capital can be a critical component of your success. So, with the right financial strategy, you can take your business to the next level.”

—Melissa Houston

This is why starting or expanding a business can be daunting and overwhelming. It’s hard to answer the question ‘Where do we get our funding?’

Anyone could easily get confused—scared even—when raising capital for their businesses. And the thing is, it’s such a crucial component as no business would be able to start operating without enough capital.

Fret not!

In this episode, I’ll walk you through the different options that are available to you to help you make informed decisions when raising money for your business. You don’t have to worry about securing your capital. You just have to scrutinize which one fits your business.

Listen to learn:‌

Your funding options when raising capital for your business
Bootstrapping and its pros and cons
What crowdfunding is
What angel investing means
Bank loans as a traditional method of securing funds
Why venture capital is a hot topic

Highlights:‌

02:03 Some life updates
05:11 Why bootstrapping is my favorite
07:04 Crowdfunding and its pros and cons
09:27 What is angel investing?
10:57 Bank loans as a traditional method of funding
12:07 Don’t make this big mistake!
12:25 Why venture capital is a hot topic

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