Financing is a major part of developing a business. Whether you are trying to expand or just starting out, running a business takes capital. Sometimes you are able to self-fund, but it is far more common to seek financing externally. While it is possible to do amazing things with just a little bit of funding, it is also easy to completely mismanage your acquired finances, leading to a worse situation than when you started. It is important that you have the knowledge to develop a plan of action and the commitment to make the plan work no matter what. Use this short guide as a starting point for learning how to make the most of financing. Remember that consulting with a law attorney is a good idea. Once you understand the basics, a lawyer can answer some of your deeper questions.