AN 8-PART GUIDE
Fund Your Business
Funding your business can be easy. Understand the financial options available to fuel your growth.
OPTION ONE
Bootstrap Your Business
Ideas to help you fund your startup without getting a loan or talking to an investor.
OPTION TWO
Friends & Family Funding
Avoid the awkwardness of asking your friends and family to help fund your startup by following these tips.
OPTION THREE
Angel Investors & Venture Capital
Looking for an investor? Here are 8 tips to help your business become more attractive.
OPTION FOUR
Types of Loans Available
From bank loans to factoring, learn about the types of loans that can help grow your business.
OPTION FIVE
SBA and Bank Loans
Is a traditional bank loan the right financing for your business? Here are your next steps.
OPTION SIX
Iowa Loan Programs
Discover loans and programs specifically for Iowa businesses.
OPTION SEVEN
Crowdfunding
Use the power of the internet to connect with like-minded individuals who can help fund your company through small dollar investments.
OPTION EIGHT
Government Grants
Does the government offer free grants to help your start a business?
BONUS
Programs and Resources for Agriculture
Find resources to start your livestock or crop operation by yourself or with others.
BONUS
Resources for Women, Minority, Veteran and Disabled Owned Businesses
Diversity in ownership of Iowa companies helps make our economy stronger. Check out these resources who can help!