{"product_id":"funding-a-new-business-for-dummies-isbn-9781394241712","title":"Funding a New Business For Dummies","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFind the money to execute your brilliant business ideas\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eFunding a New Business For Dummies \u003c\/i\u003edrills down to the top question on the minds of entrepreneurs—where can you find the funds to launch your new business? Connecting the dots between your vision and the capital needed to make it happen can be one of the most challenging parts of entrepreneurship. This book helps you over that hurdle, giving you the essential information and advice you need to navigate the path from idea to execution of a business plan.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDiscover how to evaluate all the options available, from tapping into your own savings to traditional loans to newer options like crowdfunding. You'll also dive into finding and negotiating with investors, as well as managing your capital once it’s in hand. Start by visualizing business success, and then put in the work to make it happen, with the help of this no-nonsense Dummies guide.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eGet an intro to the world of small-business finance\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAssess your financing needs and take stock of your current assets\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEvaluate your options for loans, grands, and subsidies\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLearn to approach investors and pitch your business idea\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eAnyone in the early days of launching a business will find a treasure trove of valuable information in \u003ci\u003eFunding a New Business For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 1: Getting Started with New Business Funding 5\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 1: Learning About the Funding Ecosystem 7\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 2: Finding the Funds You Need 21\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 3: Getting Your Finances in Good Order 35\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 2: Exploring Funding Options 47\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 4: Bootstrapping: Starting with What You Have 49\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 5: Tapping into Personal Funding Options 61\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 6: Borrowing Money: Debt Funding Basics 73\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 7: Sharing the Pie: Equity Funding Explained 91\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 3: Navigating the Funding Landscape 107\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 8: Finding Free Money: Grants and Subsidies 109\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 9: Demystifying Angel Investors 123\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 10: Venturing into Venture Capital 135\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 11: Crowdfunding Made Easy 149\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 12: Leveraging Incubators and Accelerators 169\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 4: Negotiating and Closing the Deal 183\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 13: Understanding Term Sheets and Investment Agreements 185\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 14: Preparing for Due Diligence 199\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 15: Sealing the Deal: Closing the Funding Round 213\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 5: Managing Finances and Growing Your Startup 229\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 16: Financial Management 101 231\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 17: Budgeting and Cash Flow: Keeping Your Startup Running 247\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 18: Analyzing Financial Reports and Making Informed Decisions 259\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 19: Scaling Up: Funding Strategies for Growth 275\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 6: The Part of Tens 285\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 20: Ten Tips for Successful Startup Funding 287\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 21: Ten Common Mistakes to Avoid in Startup Funding 307\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 315\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eMarc R. 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Get an overview of today’s startup landscape, then explore your options: loans, grants, venture capital, crowdfunding, and beyond. Learn to attract investors, negotiate deals, and manage your bankroll. 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