Posts Tagged ‘SBA’
3 Ways to Fund Your New Startup
Knowing the most common funding options gives you the foundation you need to develop your customized fundraising strategy. So here is a quick(ish) overview of the most common funding types for early-stage startups.
Read More Do NOT Be a Woman-Owned Business
I refuse to be a woman-owned business. Don’t get me wrong; I am a woman and I own my business. I’ve owned and run my business for more than a decade, and I do it with integrity, a good heart, a drive for success, and a dedication to my clients.
Read More Boots to Business: New SBA Entrepreneur Program for Vets
Last year the Department of Defense launched a revamped transition assistance program for Veterans. “Transition Goals Plans Success,” known simply as Transition GPS, replaces the 20-year-old Transition Assistance Program, or TAP.
Read More If You’re a Veteran Wanting to Start a Business, Help is at Hand
For many veterans, facing a return to civilian employment after military service can seem a daunting challenge. The U.S. government invests billions of dollars to train the men and women of the armed forces to become successful and disciplined leaders in the battlefield.
Read More The Beginner’s Guide to SBA Guaranteed Loans
While the federal government is not in the business of making loans to small businesses or startups directly, that doesn’t mean it doesn’t have a hand in helping small business thrive.
Read More SBA Loans vs. Non-SBA Loans
There are many options when it comes to small business loans. There are startup loans, equipment loans, business credit cards, business line of credit options, and loans to help recover from disasters. Is an SBA loan or a traditional loan right for you?
Read More 4 Ways to Make Your Business Plan Stand Out to Investors
When a start-up presents a business plan, it’s the job of a savvy potential investor to poke as many holes in it as possible. They don’t need to figure out why they should risk their hard-earned, non-refundable money into your start-up business.
Read More What Is An SBA-Approved Franchise?
The Small Business Administration (SBA) is an independent agency of the government that helps Americans start, build and grow businesses. Although the SBA does not directly offer loans or financing, it does offer SBA-guaranteed loan programs, through lending institutions.
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