Investment and Financing
Are you looking to start or expand your business in Hillsdale County?
We have the resources, programs and information to assist you wherever you are in your business cycle. Finding the right solution can be a daunting task, so please look through our investment and financing pages.
If you're unsure where to start, check out the three areas below.
Are you interested in starting your first business and unsure where to begin?
Creating a realistic, working-business plan is an essential first step to starting your first business. America's Small Business Development Corporation of Michigan has valuable tools and insight to help you draft a credible and successful business plan.
Are you a new or existing business looking for financing to combine with a traditional lender?
Our signature business revolving loan program can help new and existing businesses of all sizes grow and expand in Hillsdale County.
Visit the Our Revolving Loan Page or Contact us today for more information.
Are you an established business looking to make a large expansion?
The Michigan Business Growth Fund—Collateral Support Program supplies cash collateral to lending institutions to enhance the collateral coverage of borrowers. These accounts will cover all or a portion of a calculated collateral shortfall as described by the lending institution. Borrowers with a collateral shortfall will apply for coverage through the Michigan Economic Development Corporation.