Startup Capital Case Study: "Didee Snug Diapers"
This clip tells the story of how the company that makes Didee Snug Diapers came to be. The company founder decided early on to give up his original 100% ownership position in order to attract investors who could provide financial support.
Obtaining a Bank Loan
This clip looks at the challenges involved in securing a bank loan. It also touches on the role of the Small Business Administration in giving banks an incentive to make longer term loans, with less collateral and less of an equity requirement.
Equity Funding
This clip explores the various types of equity funding available, including venture capital (available through a group or fund, as well as through an individual, or "angel") and strategic partnerships.
Sources of Capital
This clip looks at potential sources of capital for getting a new business off the ground. Apart from tapping one's own savings or other personal resources, the other options generally fall into two broad categories; debt and equity.
How Much Startup Capital Will I Need?
This clip explores the challenge of figuring out how much capital is needed for a new business. Because income can be extremely limited during the early stages of a business, it's especially important to accurately project expenses. Some of the more...