Finance

Business Protection Blueprint

Business Protection Blueprint

Business Protection Blueprint, STOP Business Terrorists NOW from Ruining Your Business. Today we are learning a about Business Protection Blueprint, @RichardKrawczyk's newest program: http://businessprotectionblueprint.com/. The basic premise is to set up your business in such a way that you are totally protected from anyone or entity that wishes to try to take what you have

75 days ago in Business Planning, Finance, Legal, Planning, Small Business
Title Loans and Sharks

Title Loans and Sharks

The old jokes say lawyers are sharks are related.  Today I came across a great article that helps you avoid a different kind of shark....the Arizona Title Loan Shark. In this article they list out some great tips that help you make better choices when you are looking for this type of financing. These title

113 days ago in Finance, slider
Interesting Perspective

Interesting Perspective

Today I ran across this perspective in terms of what our government is doing. If we did this with our businesses, we would be back at a desk job working for someone else in two shakes... ‎"If the US Government was a family, they would be making $58,000 a year, they spend $75,000 a year,

147 days ago in Finance, Fun Stuff, slider, Spotlight

Seed & Venture Capital Financing

Venture capital is typically provided to early-stage start up companies that have high growth potential in industries such as biotechnology, information technology and manufacturing. Venture capital investments are generally made as cash investments in exchange for shares in the company. Find Venture Capital Fast! Search for Equity Financing & Loans for your small business The

236 days ago in Finance

Small Business Loans

A loan is a type of debt. In a loan, the borrower initially receives or borrows an amount of money, called the principal, from the lender, and is obligated to pay back or repay an equal amount of money to the lender at a later time. Typically, the money is paid back in regular installments,

236 days ago in Finance

Business Loan Checklist

SBA is not the only source for small business loans. State and local economic development agencies and numerous non-profit organizations provide low-interest loans to small business owners who may not qualify for traditional commercial loans. While every loan program has specific forms you need to fill out and documents you need to submit, you will

237 days ago in Finance, Planning

Rural Business Loans

If your business is located in a rural community, you might consider the the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) which has a Business and Industry (B&I) Guaranteed Loan Program. B&I loans work in the same manner as SBA loans. The USDA provides guarantees of up to 80 percent of a loan made by a commercial

237 days ago in Finance, Planning

SBA Loans

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) assists small business owners with starting and expanding their businesses by helping them get loans through private banks and financial institutions. SBA offers a number of low-interest loan programs for business owners who may be having difficulty getting traditional bank loans. To apply for an SBA loan, you need

237 days ago in Finance, Planning

Research Grants for Small Businesses

A few federal programs provide grants to small firms engaged in scientific research and development (R&D). The Federal government's SBIR (Small Business Innovation Research) and STTR (Small Business Technology Transfer) programs award a specific percentage of Federal R&D funds to qualified small businesses. SBIR/STTR programs encourage small firms to undertake scientific research that helps meet

237 days ago in Finance, Planning

SBA Loan Application Checklist

The following forms and documents are required when applying for a loan that is guaranteed by the U.S. Small Business Administration. SBA does not provide direct loans. You will need to contact your local bank or lending institution to obtain an SBA loan. Your lender will submit your loan package to SBA. You and your

237 days ago in Finance, Planning

Small Business Grants

We've all seen the headlines: "Millions in free government money for your business." Late-night infomercials and Internet advertisements promise grants to start or expand a business. Sound too good to be true? It is. Facts About Government Grants The federal government does not provide grants for starting and expanding a business. Government grants are funded

237 days ago in Finance, Grants, Planning

Tax-Exempt Bonds

What are Tax-Exempt Bonds? Tax-exempt, industrial revenue bond programs are attractive financing options for small manufacturers looking to expand operations and upgrade facilities. Tax-exempt bonds are debt securities issued by a state or local government development agency on behalf of a private business. Once issued, tax-exempt bonds are sold in the open market or purchased

237 days ago in Bonds, Finance, Planning

Loans and Grants

Federal, state and local governments offer a wide range of financing programs to help small businesses start and grow their operations. These programs include low-interest loans, venture capital, and scientific and economic development grants. Loans & Grants Resources Visit the resources below to learn more about small business financing programs: Small Business Loans Loan program

240 days ago in Finance, Opportunities, Planning