Why Personal Finances Matter for Accessing Capital

Learn how personal finances can affect your ability to access business capital and how to prepare financially. Ready to get your business funded? Start with your personal finances. When you’re preparing to apply for business capital, lenders may look beyond your business finances. Your personal credit, debt, income, and financial habits can all play a role in how lenders view your readiness for funding. This session will break down the connection between your personal financial picture and your business’s ability to access capital. You’ll learn what lenders may consider, how to identify potential red flags, and practical steps you can take to strengthen your financial position before applying. Walk away with a clearer understanding of where you stand—and what you can do to get funding-ready. Zoom Link: Topic: Why Personal Finances Matter for Accessing Capital You are invited to a Zoom meeting. When: Oct 13, 2026 06:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Register in advance for this meeting: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/27wI_QRoTran58saoQJnJQ After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.