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The Latest Questions Small Businesses Are Asking

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Consider a venture feasibility study as a start on a business plan if the idea looks profitable. Many people who want to start a business believe they will be able to get grants or loans to help them finance the venture. Knowing the culture in any business is important to ensure the long term health of the business.

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‘Dear Abby’ Style Advice to Real Entrepreneurs

Startup Professionals Musings

I am a young senior educated in Business Administration, with more than 15 years in the HealthCare and Financial Service business. I have developed a Non-Profit and a For-Profit HealthCare and Home Care Agency, and I have an Executive Summary and Business Plan. Where to start for funding and does a business plan differ?

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8 Essentials To Qualify Your Startup For A Bank Loan

Startup Professionals Musings

That’s why angel and equity investors are so sought after by entrepreneurs. Here are some tips and rules of thumb to improve your odds and help you understand when a bank loan or line of credit is possible, and how to get it: Write a good business plan first. Clean up your credit rating before you apply. Marty Zwilling<

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How to Become Your Own Boss in 2015 (Webinar Recap)

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I had the opportunity to speak with Melinda Emerson, the “SmallBizLady” and America’s #1 small business expert, who took the opportunity to share with us her proven, step-by-step method to transition from employee to entrepreneur. We’re also going to talk about developing a business plan.

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8 Strategies To Improve Your Odds Of Getting A Loan

Startup Professionals Musings

That’s why angel and equity investors are so sought after by entrepreneurs. Here are some tips and rules of thumb to improve your odds and help you understand when a bank loan or line of credit is possible, and how to get it: Write a good business plan first. Clean up your credit rating before you apply. Marty Zwilling.

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8 Keys To Convincing A Bank To Fund Your New Venture

Startup Professionals Musings

That’s why angel and equity investors are so sought after by entrepreneurs. Here are some tips and rules of thumb to improve your odds and help you understand when a bank loan or line of credit is possible, and how to get it: Write a good business plan first. Clean up your credit rating before you apply. Marty Zwilling.

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How Entrepreneurs Qualify for Funding from Banks

Startup Professionals Musings

Here are some tips and rules of thumb to improve your odds and help you understand when a bank loan or line of credit is possible, and how to get it: Write a good business plan first. Approaching a banker without a business plan, and asking for money, is a sure way to be rejected and leave a bad first impression.