1. Bootstrapping
To bootstrap my business simply means I finance my business with my own funds, through my own savings, personal loans, SBA-backed loans, or credit lines, or with credit cards.
2. Bank loans
A bank loan provides medium or long-term finance. The bank sets the fixed period over which the loan is provided (ex: 3, 5, or 10 years), the rate of interest, and the timing and amount of repayments. Typically, it’s wise to work with a credit union or other local bank so that I can work with someone directly on my loan application.