Obtain funding. Either apply for debt financing through a bank or private lender or convince a venture capitalist or angel investor to give you equity financing. Getting a loan or line of credit through debt financing will mean you must pay a flat monthly fee until your debt is repaid, while receiving equity financing means you and the person who gives you money are both partial owners of the business. If you have excellent credit and a strong income history, debt financing is probably more suitable, because it does not require you to share your business and can mean more money for you in the long run. However, if this is not an option, you may be able to convince an investor to help you by showing her that you have a great idea and the expertise to pull it off. For instance, if you have a long history in motorcycle sales or maintenance and you want to be the area's first dealer for a new and stylish brand, this may be enough.