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This book describes in layman's language how to structure the right financing for your business and how to select the right financiers for your specific needs. The book describes the three primary sources of financing for your business, i.e. debt, equity and development financing and describes the benefits and costs of each. It explains how your business financing is affected by external factors and your decisions, and how to decide the right financing mix for your business -- how much you need, the right mix of equity, senior debt and subordinated debt you should get and the type of sources and instruments you should consider. It helps you develop your financial projections to help you determine your financial needs. The book then describes various types of financiers and helps you to understand the right sources for your business. In addition, it provides details on how to get the right financing for specific situations, such as financing for startup and growth stages, working capital, equipment, real estate and import-export.