This document provides information on various options for financing a small business, including: - Cash, credit cards, life insurance, 401ks/IRAs, second mortgages, friends/relatives, venture capital, crowdfunding, lines of credit, bank/CDFI loans, and government-funded loans like SBA loans. - Choosing a banker based on factors like capital available, collateral required, ability to repay, conditions of the loan, bank size/familiarity with your industry, and customer service. - Details on SBA loan programs for inventory, equipment, buildings, expansions, and employee pay with approval times of 36 hours. - Information on small business investment