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Financing Face-Off: Debt vs. EquityOne offers more money while the other allows for more control. The Money Guy breaks down the pros and cons of each option.

ByJoe Worth•

This story appears in theMarch 2015issue of狗万官方.Subscribe »

Q:Should I go after debt financing or new investors?

There are benefits to both: Giving up equity to investors typically results in more money to grow the business than you'd ever get from a lender, but debt allows you to retain control. That makes it tough to decide which route to pursue. Consider these factors.

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