12 Tips for Raising Finance

There are many reasons for raising finance for your business – to pay off a loan or to undergo a major expansion programme. Here is a suggest list of options to consider.

Internal

  1. Retained profit
  2. Issue new shares to existing shareholder
  3. Sell off fixed assets not generating revenues

External

  1. Issue shares to new shareholders
  2. Commercial mortgage
  3. Bank loan / Overdraft
  4. Debentures
  5. Mergers or partnerships
  6. Venture Capital
  7. Leasing/ Hire purchase
  8. Factoring
  9. Withhold payments to creditors

Each method carries separate risk and/or opportunities. Contact me for further information and a checklist. Requirements like raising funds for refurbishment may require a combination of methods to determine the least cost.

 

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