Starting a Business FAQ BlogAre you about to start a business? This blog furnishes you with answers to frequently asked questions on starting and running a small business. These answers are based on interviews conducted by the editors of this website with over 10,000 successful small business owners. Business Plan AppendixThe business plan appendix needs to contain relevant information including tax returns, lease documents and more. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Business Plan Appendix" Online Business OpportunityWhen it comes to online business opportunity, the world is your oyster! Permalink -- click for full blog post "Online Business Opportunity" How to Get an EIN or Employer Identification NumberWhen you start a business, you need to apply for an EIN or Employee Identification Number from the IRS and you need to contact your state for a state tax number. Permalink -- click for full blog post "How to Get an EIN or Employer Identification Number" How to Start a BusinessHow to start a business and what business structure to use is a big decision you have make. Should it be a sole proprietorship, llc, corporation, partnership? Read on to determine the best structure for you. Permalink -- click for full blog post "How to Start a Business" Forming a PLLC or Professional Limited Liabilty CompanyThe PLLC or Professional Limited Liabiliyt Company is a limited liability company made up exclusively of licensed professionals. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Forming a PLLC or Professional Limited Liabilty Company" Definition of TrademarkBusiness glossary of key terms that you need to know to start a business. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Definition of Trademark" Site MapSite Map of www.start-a-business-faq.com. Everything you need to launch your new business. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Site Map" Business ResourcesThe web is filled with business resources of every type. When you need a resource to start a business, begin here. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Business Resources" SBA grantsWhile an SBA grants program for small businesses is non-existent, it can offer small businesses a variety of other options including a list of grants programs elsewhere in the federal government. Permalink -- click for full blog post "SBA grants" The Basics of SBA LoansSBA loans, or Small Business Administration loans come in many shapes and sizes and one might be right for your business. Permalink -- click for full blog post "The Basics of SBA Loans" SBA Business LoanThe SBA offers an excellent training program to prepare you to get an SBA business loan Permalink -- click for full blog post "SBA Business Loan" The SBA 7a Loan ProgramSBA 7a Loan Program is the most popular that the agency offers. Permalink -- click for full blog post "The SBA 7a Loan Program" SBA 504 Loan ProgramSBA 504 Program or simply CDC/504 furnishes long-term financing for economic development within a community. Permalink -- click for full blog post "SBA 504 Loan Program" American Recovery and Reinvestment ActThe American Recovery and Reinvestment Act will have a significant impact on small businesses. This community reinvestment act will have significant impact on small businesses. Permalink -- click for full blog post "American Recovery and Reinvestment Act" "start a business tips, FAQs, bullet points, and how-to's"Information you need to start a business in concise format--FAQs, tips and how-tos Permalink -- click for full blog post ""start a business tips, FAQs, bullet points, and how-to's"" How to Create a Business PlanDo you need a business plan for your new company? It is not absolutely necessary, but it is important. Heed this old adage: if you fail to plan, you are planning to fail. Permalink -- click for full blog post "How to Create a Business Plan" Getting Small Business LoansRegarding small business loans, get your financial house in order before you start a business. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Getting Small Business Loans" First Steps to Launch BusinessOnce you have made the decision to start a business, here are the first steps you need to take to get it off of the launching pad. Permalink -- click for full blog post "First Steps to Launch Business" Do You Need Office Lease Space?When you start a business, do you immediately need office lease space or is that a better alterantive for you? Permalink -- click for full blog post "Do You Need Office Lease Space?" Commercial Lease TipsHere are several key tips about the commercial lease. The most important Permalink -- click for full blog post "Commercial Lease Tips" Copyright NOticeCopyright Notice Permalink -- click for full blog post "Copyright NOtice" Start Up BusinessInformation in tips, faqs, bullet points, and how-to's you need to start a business Permalink -- click for full blog post "Start Up Business" About UsAbout Us Permalink -- click for full blog post "About Us" DisclaimerTerms and Conditions for use of this website. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Disclaimer" Our Privacy PolicyHere are the details on our privacy policy. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Our Privacy Policy" Value LinksValue links to help you successfully start a business. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Value Links" Incubator SpaceIncubator space in your area may be a good alternative to signing an office lease and having to pay big bucks on rent just as you start a business. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Incubator Space" Credit Report Before You Start a BusinessCheck credit report and credit score before you start a business. Poor credit results could harm your chances of getting a loan. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Credit Report Before You Start a Business" Do a Credit Repair Before You Start a BusinessBe prepared to undertake a credit repair. When you start a business, it is essential that you put your best foot forward by evaluating your credit report and credit score. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Do a Credit Repair Before You Start a Business" To Start a Small Business Means Handling EverythingUnless you have substantial money to start a small business, are you willing to become a jack of all trades? Permalink -- click for full blog post "To Start a Small Business Means Handling Everything" |