5 Funding Sources to Grow Your Business (Infographic) A look at the pros and cons of securing capital from crowdfunding, angel investors, venture capitalists, the SBA and community banks.

By Kara Ohngren Prior

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When looking for financing to take your business to the next level, you can increase your chances of success by setting your sights far beyond the traditional business loan. Here, we examine the pros and cons of five funding sources, from angel investors to crowdfunding.

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5 Funding Sources to Grow Your Business (Infographic)

Kara Ohngren is a freelance writer and part-time editor at YoungEntrepreneur. Her work has appeared in publications including Entrepreneur Magazine, The New York Times, MSNBC, The Huffington Post and Business Insider.

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