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How Can I Reduce the Startup Costs of My Small Business?

How Can I Reduce the Startup Costs of My Small Business?

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Nov 8, 2013 By Biz2Credit.com

Retail space… expensive equipment… unanticipated extra costs… these can be significant costs of running a small business. Reducing expenses help maximize the bottom line. Here are some tips on how to reduce the start-up costs of your small business:

 
1. Stick To Your Budget
 
Before you even write up your loan application, carefully consider how much money you need. Set a limit for your expenses, and stick to it! Think about the money you absolutely must spend on bare essentials (i.e. real estate, basic equipment), and avoid paying for things you don’t absolutely need for opening your small business. (Remember, you can always buy them later if your start-up is successful!)
 
2. Be Willing To Compromise
 
This tip stems from sticking to your budget. You might want to have a full staff and state-of-the art equipment, but this could require some sacrifices—at least in the beginning—to keep your business afloat. For example, if a fancy website won’t actually contribute much to the success of your business, don’t make one. Don’t let your ego get in the way of your future success.
 
3. Look For Cheaper Alternatives
 
Most of the products or services that you will need in order to start your small business have cheaper alternatives that work just as well. For example, OpenOffice is the free alternative to the costly Microsoft Office. You can save a bundle this way.
 
4. Outsource Busy Work
 
As an entrepreneur, your main focus should be the essential functions of your small business. You will save a ton of time in the long run, and other businesses can handle those extraneous jobs for you. So many aspects of your small business can be outsourced—human relations and legal services, for example—so consider it. It will save you time and money in the future.
 
Cutting costs help reel in more profit. Getting off to a good start at the very beginning of your company’s operation will set the stage for a profitable future.
 
This article was originally published by Biz2Credit

Filed Under: Funding a Startup Tagged With: Biz2Credit, Budgeting, Efficiency, Expenses, Outsourcing, Saving Money, Startups

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