The following is a series of articles which make Business Sense.  (Click on each to read.)

Introduction - Week 1

"Plan for Success" - Week 2

"The Players" - Week 3

"Strategic Position" - Week 4

"Market Strategy" - Week 5

"Setting Goals" - Week 6

"Competition" - Week 7

"Amount Requested" - Week 8

"The Terms" - Week 9

"USE of Funds" - Week 10

"Repayment" - Week 11

"Pro Forma Financials" - Week 12

"Preparing Your Presentation" - Week 13

"Type of Capital Desired" - Week 14

"Find Your Funding Source" - Week 15

"Negotiating Your Deal" - Week 16