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Garagewoman,

I think some folks are missing my point. Not all of us are qualified to answer questions about funding because we are dealing with the exact same issues. I am asking if everybody would not be better served if we had a section of the forum where all requests for funding could be posted? There is no condemnation in this question, no judgement - just the realization that maybe there is a need to better organize the information presented. The sheer volume of requests is getting a bit overwhelming for those who are not interested in it. Some may be bothered by the whole asking thing, I'm not. I just think it deserves its on section in the forum.

I have not read of one person on this forum getting funding from requesting it on here. I wish people were getting their needs met but I really don't have the information to make a decision as to whether they are or aren't, and no one seems willing to admit that they have found funding through this forum.

I am so sorry that your questions were not answered but some of us are in the position to answer it. I am not qualified. And the last thing I want to do is give you an answer that does more harm than help.

Here's a thought: Why doesn't Bank of America do one of those live sessions with someone who understands small business lending and funding to answers all those quesions people on this forum seem unable to answer?

Venting is healthy and understandable in these times. I didn't take it personal, I was more worried that my words had harmed someone. I didn't want that or that they sounded like I didn't understand - I do.

Now, you have said something that I don't think anyone has asked: Is there another option available to small businesses?

What about Micro-financing? I am not sure but I don't think I have heard anyone mention that on this forum.

I heard of a church a few years ago that had its members pool their money to help each other get out of debt. Could something like this work for small businesses?