Depending on what kind of business you're planning to start, you might be able to get a home business grant. These grants are usually government-issued. They are, effectively, 'free money' - as long as you use the money for what you say you're going to use it for, you don't ever have to pay it back. Even if you don't think you would qualify for anything, you might be able to modify your business plan subtly so that you do.
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