seeking capital

[grumpydasmurf]

What would the best method of startup/venture capital be? Should I contact local banks? Of coarse I have my own funds on hand but I want to do things right instead of suffering for a few years.

[Rich]

With a good market analysis and a business plan coupled with experience that can be proven .. it should be no problem getting a loan from a bank. They are probably the best resource. You may be able to contact the Small Business Association and get more sources from them.

[grumpydasmurf]

SBA loans only kick in if you have been declined by more than two banks. I've checked out the sba website a few times. I have a partially made business plan and a half made marketing plan.

My experience can be proven both by resume and the pic I have of me at age 5 with a hard hat and sledge taking down a wall. Think that counts?

I say "I've 22 years experience in the remodeling industry."
They say "But sir you are only 27 years old."
and then I say "So?"

[Rich]

My experience can be proven both by resume and the pic I have of me at age 5 with a hard hat and sledge taking down a wall. Think that counts?

I would say that counts :D
I still remember going down to the jobsite with the old man at 2 in the morning checking the winter protection and heaters.