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When preparing a business plan to seek funding from a bank or an equity investor, there are certain differences in focus and presentation that you should consider.
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Here's a little breakdown of how the two business plans may differ.
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First, in financial projections.
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Banks typically focus heavily on financials, so a business plan for a bank should provide detailed financial projections.
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This would include projected revenue, expenses, cash flow, and profitability over a specific time period.
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Banks want to ensure that the business has a solid financial foundation and can repay the loan on time.
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On the other hand, equity investors may be more interested in the business growth potential and long -term profitability.
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While financial projections are so important for equity investors, they may also be interested in the business's market opportunity, scalability, and potential return on investment.
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Collateral and security.
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Banks often require collateral or security against the loan to mitigate their risk.
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So a business plan for a bank should include information about the assets or guarantees that can be offered as security.
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Equity investors are primarily interested in the growth potential and future valuation of the business, so they're less concerned about the collateral and more focused on the business's potential to generate substantial returns.
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Debt repayment plan...