internal + external Flashcards
1
Q
internal finance
A
-comes from inside the business
-quick and easy way to get money
-saves borrowing and having to pay back interest
-some businesses may not have enough and therefore have to find external sources instead
-used for small amounts of money
2
Q
external finance
A
-comes from outside the business
-usually needs to be paid back, sometimes with a high interest
-used for larger amounts of money
3
Q
internal sources:
A
-personal or business savings
-retained profits
-selling fixed assets
4
Q
external sources:
A
-bank loans
-loans from family and friends
-trade credit
-government grants
-hire purchases