I am looking to open a pool hall in my area.
Hi, I am 18 years old and I have a business partner that is 21. Finding people that are willing to take us seriously has been a hassle. My business partner and I are planning on opening a Pool Hall in our area. My partner has already saved up his half of the money in order to get our business started. However, I am having a hard time coming up with my half. I am seeking information on how I can go about getting my part of the money. I recently spoke with the Bank and I do not have enough credit built up in order to receive a loan. I only have 4 months of credit built up thus far. My partner owns another small business however it does not bring in enough income to sustain a new loan on my behalf. I have thought about having my Father co-sign in order to get the loan however I was shut down by him as well. I have great views on this becoming successful. But it has been hard finding help due to my age. Also the fact that investing in a small business is very risky. I have also thought to work and save the money, however I am a full time student at UNF, perusing a degree in Accounting. My partner and I are trying to get this started as soon as possible. I was wondering if anyone knew of any web sites that help small business's get started, and also if there are any places that can provide me with information about getting our business somehow funded, I'm not sure if there is such thing as business investing in smaller business's. But if so does anyone have info. On where I can find that type of information? Please help. Thank you for your time.