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Getting funding: sources of business finance

Aug 23 2005

While most small businesses start up with capital from the owners themselves, and often a bank loan as well, there are a number of other sources of finance. These tend to focus on a particular kind of business, a sector or a region. Your chances of successfully applying for this type of financial support will depend largely on how well your business or project fits the profile of a particular funding scheme.

This factsheet outlines the main types of financial support available and lists the most important agencies offering funding. It also gives you guidance on where to obtain further information, or to apply for this support.

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