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<td valign="top">Lack of enough funding to start and grow a business is one of the biggest challenges small business owners face. How do you get funding for your business? What are unconventional ways to raise money? From bootstrapping to crowdfunding to business loans and venture capital, you can improve your chances of raising capital with our how-to guides and expert tips. <a href="#funding">See guides for business funding</a>.</td>
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