Up and Running

JULY 28, 2020

SBA and small business lending funds, for example, act as alternatives to typical bank loans. . These loans and funds are set aside specifically for small businesses and entrepreneurs. With these forms of loans, it is important that you have a solid business plan in place before applying.

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Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 29, 2020

One of the most frequent questions I get as a mentor to entrepreneurs is “How do I find the money to start my business?” I always answer that there isn’t any magic, and contrary to the popular myth, nobody is waiting in the wings to throw money at you, just because you have a new and exciting business idea.

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Up and Running

MAY 9, 2018

That’s the moment when many entrepreneurs realize that getting the help of a professional business plan writer can take their business concept from daydream to day job. Other entrepreneurs start the planning process with a concept that requires employees or with a vision for market domination.

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The Startup Magazine

APRIL 25, 2022

While that may seem logical, it’s the same attitude that has resulted in many businesses shutting down, and many entrepreneurs ending up in debt. The truth is that it takes a lot of planning and market knowledge to start your own business and make it a success. You know you need money to launch a business. While the U.S.

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The Startup Magazine

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

If you’re lucky, you’ll land on some startup financial aid that will help keep your business afloat until things start picking up. Here are seven tips every startup owner must know about financial aid: Apply for Government-funded Grants or Scholarships. Apply for Small-business Loans with Local Banks and Credit Unions.

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Up and Running

MAY 21, 2015

Government information. Federal, state and local government reports. Small Business Administration – SBA. Small Business Development Center – SBDC. The post Practical Market Research Resources for Entrepreneurs appeared first on Bplans Blog. Much of it is entirely free.

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Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 10, 2018

One of the most frequent questions I get as a mentor to entrepreneurs is “How do I find the money to start my business?” I always answer that there isn’t any magic, and contrary to the popular myth, nobody is waiting in the wings to throw money at you, just because you have a new and exciting business idea.

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Up and Running

SEPTEMBER 19, 2014

Government Funding Options (U.S.). Small Business Administration loans are often one of the first places that small business owners in the United States think of looking for a loan, and they’re right to. You can take a look at this article for details on the SBA Loan program. Alternative Lending.

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YoungUpstarts

APRIL 16, 2018

There are plenty of resources available for the men and women who have served their country and wish to transition into civilian life by opening a small business. Not only are there loans and education programs that directly relate to their business needs, but other resources that can help indirectly.

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Programming SBA Small Business Administration Entrepreneur 153

Up and Running

MARCH 7, 2014

We’ve all seen the late night TV commercials targeted at entrepreneurs touting “free money from Uncle Sam”. I say “for the most part” because government grants for small businesses do exist, but the opportunity to secure one is limited to a narrow field of candidates. What grants are available?

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Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 25, 2012

Small business grants. This source often gets overlooked, but it should be a major focus these days due to government initiatives on alternative energy and technology. Related sources include local business development agencies. You have to be relentless in this pursuit to win. Loans or line-of-credit.

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Up and Running

MARCH 7, 2014

We’ve all seen the late night TV commercials targeted at entrepreneurs touting “free money from Uncle Sam”. I say “for the most part” because government grants for small businesses do exist, but the opportunity to secure one is limited to a narrow field of candidates. What grants are available?

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SBIR Small Business SBA Government 102

crowdSPRING Blog

FEBRUARY 14, 2019

What is the maximum figure I can safely spend on this business? What are my expectations of being an entrepreneur? You’ll also want to consider what specific niche is right for your business. Write a business plan. Although a business plan isn’t mandatory, it can help you to crystallize your ideas.

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Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 12, 2014

One of the most frequent questions I get as a mentor to entrepreneurs is “How do I find the money to start my business?” I always answer that there isn’t any magic, and contrary to the popular myth, nobody is waiting in the wings to throw money at you, just because you have a new and exciting business idea.

Entrepreneur 283

Entrepreneur Startup Equity Small Business Administration 283

Growthink Blog

AUGUST 21, 2012

In the United States, many entrepreneurs get SBA loans to start or grow their businesses. Small Business Administration (SBA) guarantees a percentage of each loan. What this means is that if you, the entrepreneur, default on the loan, the bank only loses a small percentage of the money it lent you (the U.S.

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The Startup Magazine

FEBRUARY 10, 2020

The goal of every Nevada business owner and entrepreneur is to make more profit and grow their business. Business expansion, however, doesn’t come easy. This involves sourcing business expansion funding within yourself. It includes: Small Business Administration Loans. SBA Microloans.

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crowdSPRING Blog

DECEMBER 1, 2013

Resources for entrepreneurs are widely available and easy to access, but you need to know where to look and who to visit. First time entrepreneurs in particular have tons of questions and hunger for mentors, confidants, cronies, and fellow travelers. The government. SBA , SCORE , Small Business Development Centers.

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Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 31, 2014

According to earlier studies from Forbes Insights , many entrepreneurs and small businesses not only feel the lessons learned during the past few years have helped them survive, but the recession also exposed flaws in their business strategies that they were able to fix. This should be core for you.

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Up and Running

APRIL 2, 2015

One of the first things overly-optimistic entrepreneurs discover as they look for funding is that banks don’t fund business plans. So your business has to have hard assets it can pledge to back up a business loan. See Also The Complete Guide to SBA Loans. Business plan.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MARCH 1, 2010

Small business grants. It’s not a quick solution, but the government and other funding agencies do not want ownership or interest payments from your company. Related sources include local business development agencies. Tags: entrepreneurs startups funding sources business. Loans or line-of-credit.

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Technical Review Bootstrapping Startup Venture Capital 149

Gust

JUNE 17, 2012

Small business grants. This source often gets overlooked, but it should be a major focus these days due to government initiatives on alternative energy and technology. Related sources include local business development agencies. You have to be relentless in this pursuit to win. Loans or line-of-credit.

Technical Review 164

Technical Review Bootstrapping Venture Capital Incubator 164

Up and Running

MAY 3, 2017

It’s no secret that women have traditionally been paid less than men, but it can also be challenging for women entrepreneurs to find funding for startups. There is good news, though: the number of small businesses owned by women has increased by an astounding 68 percent in the last ten years. Seek out government contracts.

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Entrepreneur Venture Capital Government Small Business Administration 110

Steve Blank

MARCH 29, 2016

government is discovering that Lean innovation can help them serve the country better and faster. The Small Business Administration and the digital services agency 18F are trying to help entrepreneurs build successful companies and the 21st century digital government. Small Business Administration.

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Small Business Administration SBIR United States Entrepreneur 120

YoungUpstarts

APRIL 5, 2016

By Jay DesMarteau, head of small business and government banking distribution for TD Bank. economy saw the reversal of a troubling downward trend in small business development that began in 2010. This can directly impact a business’ growth trajectory, an area of apprehension for more than 40 percent of owners.

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The Startup Magazine

MAY 12, 2020

You are eligible to receive these self employed loans if you follow the exact steps set by the federal government. These documents will be necessary when you visit your SBA lender to request help. This loan is ideal for all small business owners, even those who are self employed. How Do I Know If I Am Eligible?

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Up and Running

OCTOBER 30, 2017

Use this time to make sure that you are matching the business you want to start to your personal aspirations. Be sure to take our quiz to find out if you’re entrepreneur material , too. Once you decide on a business that fits your goals and lifestyle, evaluate your idea. Small Business Administration (SBA) Loans.

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Venture Capital Business Plan Limited Liability Company Finance 166

YoungUpstarts

APRIL 16, 2015

Technical, civic-minded and experiencing growing economic prospects, millennials are important contributors to America’s small business landscape. In order for entrepreneurs to grow business and and flourish financially, there are universal truths about lending that millennials need to know. The bottom line?

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Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 28, 2010

I always love to get questions from my readers, and I answer them all, but sometimes I feel like the “Dear Abby’ for entrepreneurs. Here are some real cases: Dear StartupPro, I am a minority looking for funding for a Home HealthCare Service business. Where to start for funding and does a business plan differ? Marty Zwilling.

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Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 1, 2011

According to earlier studies from Forbes Insights , many entrepreneurs feel the lessons learned during the past couple of years have not only helped them survive, but the recession exposed flaws in their business strategies that were previously not apparent, and they could fix. Increased business role in US economic recovery.

Small Business Administration 224

Small Business Administration SBA Japan Forecast 224

crowdSPRING Blog

MAY 22, 2011

585: Small Business Size Standard Flexibility Act of 2011 (Introduced 2/9/2011). This change to the Small Business Act allows the SBA to change or specify the definition of what constitutes a small business, based on the size of that business.

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Small Business SBA SBIR Programming 73

Both Sides of the Table

APRIL 6, 2020

There is so much confusion and misinformation out there about the government sponsored “payroll protection plan” loans to companies that the heads of every small business CEO in the country must be spinning. We have been advising a lot of entrepreneurs so I thought I’d “open source” some of the advice I have been sharing.

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Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 9, 2013

According to earlier studies from Forbes Insights , many entrepreneurs not only feel the lessons learned during the past few years have helped them survive, but the recession also exposed flaws in their business strategies that were previously not apparent, and they could fix. Increased business role in US economic recovery.

Small Business Administration 195

Small Business Administration SBA Forecast Small Business 195

crowdSPRING Blog

FEBRUARY 28, 2019

What is the maximum figure I can safely spend on this business? What are my expectations of being an entrepreneur? You’ll also want to consider what specific niche is right for your photography business. This is true for any business, not just a photography business. Write a business plan. Find a niche.

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Business Plan Small Business Administration Hiring Social Media 64

Feld Thoughts

AUGUST 6, 2013

have a hard time agreeing on anything, those on both sides of the aisle seem increasingly keen to support entrepreneurs and their communities. Politicians in our federal government are listening to entrepreneurs, but we very rarely see congressmen personally sit across the table from early-stage tech investors and their founders.

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The Entrepreneurial Mind

SEPTEMBER 29, 2010

I give a talk to various business groups titled "The Future of Small Business in America". I talked about the robust entrepreneurial economy and how bright the future is for young entrepreneurs. The 38% increase in cost happened under the supposedly pro-business Bush administration.

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Feld Thoughts

JULY 28, 2014

I woke up to an article in Daily Camera today titled Small Business Administration trying to bring SBIC funds to Colorado. The article starts off saying that “Matthew Varilek has traveled across the state, proselytizing the potential benefits of the Small Business Investment Company Program.”

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SBIC Venture Capital Colorado SBA 142

Women Entrepreneurs Can

AUGUST 26, 2021

As per the US Business Formation Statistics (BFS), 4.35 million new business applications were submitted in 2020 alone. Although starting a business from scratch is an exciting opportunity, the numerous details involved make the entire process challenging for many entrepreneurs. Pick Your Business Location.

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