{"id":6170,"date":"2023-11-23T16:03:44","date_gmt":"2023-11-23T15:03:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.accountable.de\/?p=6170"},"modified":"2025-01-23T17:22:17","modified_gmt":"2025-01-23T16:22:17","slug":"business-funding","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.accountable.de\/en\/blog\/business-funding\/","title":{"rendered":"Setting up a business: Take advantage of these grants and funding"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Are you finally ready to turn your dream into reality and become self-employed? Many individuals with the same dream often face initial financial challenges when taking this significant step towards professional independence.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>However, there are various start-up grants you apply for to potentially overcome these obstacles. Here, we will introduce you to the most important options you can consider. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"starting-a-business-a-definition\" class=\"wp-block-heading font-degular scroll-mt-32\">Starting a business: A Definition<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">For many, setting up their own business is a tempting opportunity to finally bring their own visions and ideas to life and create their own personal success story. But how does one become a business founder? The answer is simple: You must first become self-employed, engaging in an occupation where you work in your own name for your own account. You are responsible for your own success, but you also bear all the risks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">As a self-employed professional who starts his own business, you don&#8217;t necessarily have to found a startup or a company and employ staff in order to be self-employed. You can also be a small business owner (called Kleinunternehmer in Germany), register a trade (Gewerbe) or become a freelancer. No matter which path to self-employment you choose: For every business start-up, you first need start-up capital. You can draw on various forms of funding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"kfw-grunderkredit-state-funding-for-your-business-start-up\" class=\"wp-block-heading font-degular scroll-mt-32\">KfW-Gr\u00fcnderkredit: state funding for your business start-up<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">The ERP start-up loan from the Kreditanstalt f\u00fcr Wiederaufbau (KfW), also known as the KfW start-up loan, is one of the state subsidies that are particularly popular with business founders. The reason:  Unlike traditional bank loans, the conditions are significantly more favorable. This is reflected, for example, in the low interest rates and extended repayment periods. An particular advantage of the ERP start-up loan is the grace period, allowing the repayment to be postponed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">f you would like to take advantage of KfW funding for your business start-up, you can choose between two variants of the ERP start-up loan:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list list-decimal list-outside ml-0 mb-4 space-y-2\">\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">ERP-Gr\u00fcnderkredit-StartGeld: financing amount up to EUR 125,000<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">ERP-Gr\u00fcnderkredit-Universell: financing amount up to EUR 25 million<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">The ERP start-up loan-StartGeld is designed for smaller businesses, such as <a class=\"font-inter text-purple underline underline-offset-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.accountable.de\/en\/blog\/kleinunternehmer-taxes\/\">Kleinunternehmer<\/a> (small business owners) or freelancers. For them, the high funding amount of the ERP start-up loan-Universell is generally uninteresting. The key conditions of StartGeld are as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list list-disc list-outside ml-0 mb-4 space-y-2\">\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">Funding up to EUR 125,000, including up to EUR 50,000 for operating expenses<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">From 3.81% effective annual interest rate<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">KfW assumes 80% of the credit risk<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">No equity capital required<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">100% of the loan amount is disbursed<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">Accessible within nine months after approval<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">Grace period: You only pay the interest, followed by equally high monthly installments<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">Option for unscheduled repayment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">You are personally liable for repaying the loan<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"how-to-apply-for-the-kfw-grunderkredit\" class=\"wp-block-heading font-degular scroll-mt-32\">How to apply for the KfW-Gr\u00fcnderkredit<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">Whether you are already working as a freelancer, initially planning to become self-employed part-time, or need capital for your start-up in general, if you are looking for suitable funding for your business, the ERP start-up loan-StartGeld is a good option to realize your dream. To apply for this, you don&#8217;t need to approach KfW directly but instead your usual bank or another bank of your choice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">For your bank appointment, make sure to bring the following completed and well-prepared documents:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list list-disc list-outside ml-0 mb-4 space-y-2\">\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">Your CV <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">The application for the ERP start-up loan StartGeld<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">Business plan including profitability and liquidity plan for amounts over EUR 25,000<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">Self-declaration<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">Risk attachment A<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">Risk attachment C<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">De-Minimis declaration attachment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">Declaration of consent for requests for information, e.g. SCHUFA information<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">Afterward, the bank will prepare your documents and apply for the ERP start-up loan-StartGeld on your behalf at KfW, which will review your application and decide on funding for your start-up. If your application is approved, you will conclude the loan agreement with the respective bank and can embark on your journey to self-employment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"support-with-setting-up-a-business-from-the-job-centre\" class=\"wp-block-heading font-degular scroll-mt-32\">Support with setting up a business from the job centre<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">For many unemployed people, starting a business is a promising way to find their way back into working life. However, it is much more difficult for them to realise <a class=\"font-inter text-purple underline underline-offset-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.accountable.de\/en\/blog\/thinking-about-becoming-self-employed-here-is-all-you-need-to-know-before\/\">self-employment<\/a> from unemployment. For this reason, unemployed people have the opportunity to have their business start-up subsidised by the job centre with the so-called Gr\u00fcndungszuschuss (start-up grant) or the Einstiegsgeld (start-up allowance).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">Which of the two start-up grants can be claimed depends on whether you are receiving unemployment benefit 1 (ALG 1) or unemployment benefit 2 (ALG 2): In the case of ALG 1, there is the possibility to receive the Gr\u00fcndungszuschuss, in the case of ALG 2 to the Einstiegsgeld. The two benefits differ quite a bit in the way they support business start-ups.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"setting-up-a-business-support-through-the-grundungszuschuss\" class=\"wp-block-heading font-degular scroll-mt-32\">Setting up a business: Support through the Gr\u00fcndungszuschuss <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">The Gr\u00fcndungszuschuss aims to ensure your liquidity during the starting phase from unemployment until you can generate sufficient income from your self-employment to cover your living expenses independently. The amount of the subsidy depends on your individual ALG I standard rate and is divided into two phases:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list list-decimal list-outside ml-0 mb-4 space-y-2\">\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">In Phase 1, during the first six months, you receive your ALG I standard rate plus a flat-rate social security contribution of EUR 300.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">In Phase 2, the ALG I payment is discontinued, and for the following nine months, you only receive the social security contribution. However, this is only paid if you can prove your self-employed activity.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">To receive the Gr\u00fcndungszuschuss for your self-employment from the job centre, you must submit the completed application, a business plan, and your CV with certificates and evidence of your professional qualifications during the application process. Additionally, you have to demonstrate the viability of your business idea. However, it&#8217;s important to note that if approved, your entitlement to ALG I decreases automatically with each passing day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"setting-up-a-business-support-through-the-einstiegsgeld\" class=\"wp-block-heading font-degular scroll-mt-32\">Setting up a business: Support through the Einstiegsgeld <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">Unlike the Gr\u00fcndungszuschuss, the amount of the Einstiegsgeld depends on your individual situation. Two things are considered for the assessment:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list list-decimal list-outside ml-0 mb-4 space-y-2\">\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">Flat-rate assessment: Applicable to applicants classified as particularly eligible, such as long-term unemployed individuals. They receive a maximum of 75% of the ALG II standard rate, or a maximum of EUR 424 per month.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">Individual assessment: The subsidy amount is 50% of the ALG II standard rate, with the possibility of a 20% increase for long-term unemployment. The monthly maximum amount is also EUR 424.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">If your Einstiegsgeld application is approved, you can claim it for a maximum of 24 months. The prerequisites are that you engage in self-employment for at least 15 hours per week as your main occupation and that your business idea is viable. Additionally, the following documents are required:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list list-disc list-outside ml-0 mb-4 space-y-2\">\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">Business plan with financial planning<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">Proof of your expertise and necessary qualifications for your activity<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">Evidence of personal suitability<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"professional-consultation-for-starters-is-also-supported\" class=\"wp-block-heading font-degular scroll-mt-32\">Professional consultation for starters is also supported <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">In addition to financial support in the form of a start-up loan or grants from the job centre, professional consultation for starting a business is also subsidised. As part of this coaching, you will be supported by a business start-up consultant, for example, in optimising your business idea, creating a business plan and calculations and clarifying important questions about financing and funding. However, the amount of funding varies depending on the federal state: while Bavaria reimburses up to 70% of the coaching costs, for example, Saxony-Anhalt reimburses up to 90%.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">Advice on setting up a business from the Cchamber of industry and commerce (IHK) is one of many other options for obtaining detailed advice before becoming self-employed in order to successfully launch your own business. The programmes differ from state to state: in North Rhine-Westphalia, for example, business founders can take part in the &#8220;NRW Business Advice Programme&#8221;, while the Bavarian branches of the IHK offer &#8220;Pre-start-up and Succession Coaching&#8221;. There are also differences in the level of funding here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"founders-consulting-support-for-business-know-how\" class=\"wp-block-heading font-degular scroll-mt-32\">Founders consulting: Support for business know-how <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">The IHK also works with the federal office of economics and export control (BAFA), which subsidises advice for small and medium-sized companies with its programme for the promotion of entrepreneurial know-how. Provided your company is no more than two years old, you can take advantage of the programme shortly after setting up your business and receive advice on economic, financial, personnel and organisational issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">Depending on the type of consulting or a standard consulting fee of 4,000 euros for the coach, you will receive a 50% subsidy. If you want to claim these grants after setting up your business in order to receive consulting, you must submit the application online via the BAFA application platform. Please note that for commercial activities, the date of business registration counts as the date of founding. For freelancers, the date of registration with the tax office is decisive.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you finally ready to turn your dream into reality and become self-employed? 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