YoungUpstarts

MAY 7, 2020

by Wayne Titus, author of “ The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being “ Entrepreneurs and small business leaders are trying to figure out how to navigate COVID-19, from how to apply for loans and assistance to FMLA regulations. How can businesses understand their options and develop a cash flow timeline?

Small Business 147

Small Business SBA Entrepreneur Software Review 147

Up and Running

AUGUST 29, 2014

Look honestly at all the pros and cons for this type of business venture. The local Small Business Development Center office is a resource that can assist with the venture feasibility process. What is meant by “company culture” and how is it important to my business? Analyze ways to overcome weaknesses and threats.

Small Business 87

Small Business CPA Government North America 87

Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 23, 2023

Approaching a banker without a business plan, and asking for money, is a sure way to be rejected and leave a bad first impression. Pay particular attention to the financials, and have a CPA friend review for reasonableness before presenting. Clean up your credit rating before you apply. Show a significant personal investment.

Silicon Valley 292

Silicon Valley CPA Small Business Administration Startup 292

Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 27, 2020

Approaching a banker without a business plan, and asking for money, is a sure way to be rejected and leave a bad first impression. Pay particular attention to the financials, and have a CPA friend review for reasonableness before presenting. Clean up your credit rating before you apply. Show a significant personal investment.

Silicon Valley 431

Silicon Valley CPA Small Business Administration SBA 431

Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 1, 2018

Approaching a banker without a business plan, and asking for money, is a sure way to be rejected and leave a bad first impression. Pay particular attention to the financials, and have a CPA friend review for reasonableness before presenting. Clean up your credit rating before you apply. Show a significant personal investment.

Silicon Valley 210

Silicon Valley CPA Small Business Administration SBA 210

Up and Running

APRIL 2, 2015

One exception to the rule is that the federal Small Business Administration (SBA) has programs that guarantee some portion of startup costs for new businesses so banks can lend them money with the government, reducing the banks’ risk. Business plan. CPAs get sued over bad audits. Collateral.

Balance Sheet 60

Balance Sheet SBA Covenant Technical Review 60

Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 11, 2013

Approaching a banker without a business plan, and asking for money, is a sure way to be rejected and leave a bad first impression. Pay particular attention to the financials, and have a CPA friend review for reasonableness before presenting. Clean up your credit rating before you apply. Show a significant personal investment.

Entrepreneur 252

Entrepreneur Angel Investor Silicon Valley CPA 252