WELCOME Internet has changed the way we do business, indeed this is a gross understament. The World Wide Web has created a platform for people around the world to communicate, interact and transact. With that a stream of new, previosly inconceivable business ideas has emerged and some entrepreneurs have made millions if not billions. Securing business online can be described as users first and entrepreneurs second. Because of rapid changes in technology and business models, new opportunities are emerging all the time. ENTREPRENEURS Securing funding is difficult at the best of times. But there's money out there if you know where to look. Most business and financial experts agree-the business world has changed forever. The new agenda demands far greater accountability and cross-checks, and number one on the list is need to manage and safeguard cash. In evaluating the entrepreneurial aspects such as skills, experience, industry, knowledge, ability to run a succesful business, integrity, drive and vision are taken into account. Investors will almost always suggest changes. What would you do to have faster growth?, and what would happen if it went slower instead? Could you do it with fewer people or less money? Can you accelerate the pace of reaching the milestone? And if you don't have a plan to run back to tweak, and then review with changes, you are not credible.   SMEs Funders are waiting for all aspiring and active entrepreneurs with secured business contracts, unique concepts and viable franchise proposals to apply for finance up to R5 Million. If you apply loan from Financing Blue-Chip companies there is no requirement for collateral or security, One Financing Blue-Chip company has a good preferential interest rate, which is lower than banks. In case of  Banks and Financial Institutions, guarantee schemes are used as collateral. NB: If you feel unfairly treated you can lodge your complain to SA National Consumer Forum at 012 428 7071.  Subscribe Now