There are several ways to fund a small business including taking out a loan, applying for a grant and receiving capital from investors. Another alternative is bootstrapping. Here’s what small-business ...

Luzio didn’t listen. She decided to bootstrap her business—which she calls “stiletto-strapping” for female founders, “because it’s harder”—for three reasons. “As a woman who was building a community ...

Starting a company from scratch is a daunting task, especially when you're doing it on a tight budget. Many aspiring entrepreneurs face the challenge of limited resources but still want to bring their ...

Update: Bootstrap is now called Outright. A new site called Bootstrap wants to take the headache out of running a small business — well, the financial headache, anyway. Its financial management Web ...

Expertise from Forbes Councils members, operated under license. Opinions expressed are those of the author. When launching a new business, founders often ask themselves, "How much money should I raise ...

I recently achieved a major goal I set for myself many years ago – to have a six-figure business by 30. I accomplished this without taking on debt and without using other people’s money. Although ...

The glamorous world of high-flying startups with dizzying valuations is out of reach for most entrepreneurs. Without the right contacts, connections, business network or past results, how can most ...

In October 2023, Soni Mehra left her Big Tech job to focus on her home-decor business. Becoming a full-time entrepreneur has come with changes and challenges, she said. Instead of making a steady ...

There are numerous funding options available to get seed money for your business. They range from angel investors to loans, all the way to financial support from family and friends. Still, securing an ...