Despite having the idea and being good at entrepreneurship, it is often difficult to start up a business. Equity is the key element for a startup small-business venture. You have to explore different financing options in order to provide added equity for your business to survive.

Participants will understand the 4 key objectives:

- Review questions to help you determine your business’ financing needs.

- Identify the various financing options for your business.

- Review available financing options.

- List the pros and cons of each of the financing options.

Co-Sponsor(s): The BizGap project in FL-27 is funded by a grant from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA).