You, your family, and friends are the stars of this stage. Initial funding options may include personal savings, a home equity loan, or borrowing against your insurance policy as a start.
The following articles give some practical tips on using personal resources to fund your business.
- Asking Friends and Family for Funding (Entrepreneur)
- How to Get Funding From Friends and Family (Entrepreneur)
- Putting Personal Money into a Business in 7 Steps (Fit Small Business)