FIN 571 University of Phoenix Apple Company Financial Plan Paper

Assignment Content

1. 
   
   Prepare a financial plan for the organization that you select for your business plan.Describe the organization, including the type of business.
   Create the business case.

   • Determine why funding is needed for the company.
   • Determine the sources of funding. Consider self-funding, borrowing, loans, equity, venture capital, etc.
   • Evaluate the requirements of each of the funding sources that you plan to use.
   • Analyze the risks that are associated with each funding source.
   • Decide which sources are the best fit for your company based on the requirements of each. Justify your decision.
   • Estimate the cost of capital for both short-term and long-term funding sources. Research current estimated APRs for your selected sources of funding. Create a table or chart to display this information.

   Estimate direct costs, including capital, marketing, labor, equipment, and inventory/supply costs.
   Prepare a budget that includes starting balances, monthly costs, loan/investment payments, cash flow projections, and required revenue.
   Create a profit-and-loss statement for a 3-year period. Provide a revenue forecast, stating realistic assumptions, such as growth per year, in your projections.
   Cite references to support your assignment.
   Format your citations according to APA guidelines.Submit your assignment.