How to raise capital? 7 Capital Raising Strategies
A definitive guide to capital raising strategies for all types of business.
Raise capital for a startup: 7 capital raising strategies
- Fund it Yourself
- Business Loan
- Crowdfunding
- Angel Investment
- Personal Contacts
- Venture Capitalist
- Private Equity
Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a startup, or an established business owner, knowing how to raise capital can often mean the difference between success and failure.
At the end of 2018, there were over 1.4 million outstanding small business loans held by community banks, worth over $94 billion. But while community banks are a critical source of capital for small businesses, they have been declining. Luckily, there are more ways to fund your business.
In this article, we’ll explore several capital raising strategies and provide advice on preparing for a capital raise.
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How to raise capital: debt or equity?
There are two main methods of raising capital: debt financing and equity financing.
Equity financing
Equity financing is when a company raises capital by selling shares of company stock. These can be either common shares or preferred shares. The main downside of equity financing is that the company is effectively selling off little pieces of business ownership.
Learn more: Equity financing
Debt financing
Debt financing - also known as debt raising - is when a company borrows money and agrees to pay it back later. This is often by way of a loan, but not always.
The other option is to sell corporate “bonds” to investors, which mature after a certain date. Before they’ve matured, the company must pay interest payments on the bond to the investors.
Learn more: Debt financing
How to raise capital for a startup: 7 capital raising strategies
1. Fund it yourself
2. Business loan
Small business loans are still a major stepping stone on the road to success for many entrepreneurs launching a new business. However, loan approval is not guaranteed. You will need to meet specific requirements, like having an excellent credit score and being in business for a certain period of time.3. Crowdfunding
4. Angel investment
5. Personal contact
6. Venture capitalist
Venture capitalists tend to invest in more mature companies than angel investors, and operate out of a firm, rather than working alone. Compared with angel investors, venture capital firms invest in a lower ratio of businesses that apply for funding - but when they do, they generally invest more money.7. Private equity
Similar to venture capitalist fundraising, private equity fundraising is when private equity firms buy shares in companies on behalf of institutional and accredited investors. The main difference is that, while private equity is capital invested in a private company, venture capital is funding given to startups or other young businesses that show potential for long-term growth.Looking to raise capital for your startup without giving up equity?
Here are 8 effective strategies:
Bootstrapping:
Start with your own funds and reinvest profits to grow your business.
Crowdfunding:
Use platforms like Kickstarter or Indiegogo to gather financial support from a large pool of individuals.
Explore grants and startu
Business Loans:
p competitions that offer non-dilutive funding opportunities.
Grants and Competitions:
Consider traditional loans from banks or alternative lenders to finance your venture.
Strategic Partnerships and Corporate Sponsorships:
Forge partnerships with established companies or seek sponsorships to secure financial backing.
Revenue-Based Financing:
Raise funds by sharing a portion of your future revenue with investors.
Vendor Financing:
Negotiate with suppliers or service providers for extended payment terms or financing options.
Invoice Factoring:
Convert outstanding customer invoices into immediate cash by selling them to a factoring company.
Raising capital for an acquisition
Raising capital for an acquisition involves a combination of debt and equity financing. If your company lacks sufficient funds for the acquisition, there are various options available. Third-party debt, such as bank loans, SBA loans, or private debt, can provide the necessary capital. Additionally, you can consider using owners' equity or exploring a line of credit to fund the acquisition. By exploring these avenues, you can secure the capital needed to facilitate a successful acquisition.
Raising capital for business: be prepared
Now you know how to raise capital, but do you know how to prepare for a raise? When getting ready for a capital raise, the first thing you need to do is get your material information in order.
Executive summary, company structure, business and marketing strategies, profit and loss statement, balance sheets, tax returns, bank statements and legal documents - they all need to be lined up in order to secure that all-important funding. Investors will do their due diligence and our capital raise checklist can help you prepare. A digitized template, it contains all the critical data points that ensure a company is healthy and prepared for investment.
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Now you can control every aspect of your raise from start to finish.
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