The objective of this post is to share information about resources available to entrepreneurs. From non-profit organizations to government sponsored business development agencies. These organizations can help budding entrepreneurs on creating a business plan and financial projections, provide educational seminars on small business, management or financing a business, and link the entrepreneur to local resources [...]

Starting a small business is really the challenging and an exciting venture. Writing a business plan is the very important missions that entrepreneurs should focus on before starting small business. But the entrepreneurs should know about writing a plan that it is not about the money. It is about dedication It is about energy It [...]

$37.4 million funded from venture capital today. $86.4 million funded yesterday. $51.4 million funded the day before. These are actual reported venture capital funding projects. They are a constant reminder to me that lots of companies are being funded every single day.

You have your business idea, your business plan in tow, your ducks in a row, and you’re ready to get your business off the ground except for one problem – you have no start up capital. Unless you were born into wealth and have it at your disposal, then you are like most small businesses and need a helping hand.

photo credit: Valdo Raps Its no secret most entrepreneurs have limited resources as it pertains to how and where to secure capital infusion. It is these limitations, which precludes small businesses from moving past level one in business and on to a more lucrative future. There are numerous loan programs and lending institutions servicing small [...]

Starting an Internet or home-based business may not require a lot of capital, as you do not need to find office space and hire several employees. However, you need basic infrastructure for your business.

Working capital is the amount of capital required to carry on a business. It can be a problem for businesses to obtain the necessary working capital, especially when they are starting up, and that is why it is so important for businesses to know all that they can about obtaining the necessary capital to build their business properly.

photo credit: HowdeeDoodat As the economy continues to face credit challenges, small businesses, especially new, start-up companies are finding it even more difficult to find the capital they need to take their ideas and concepts and turn them into viable businesses. Private equity firms and angel groups are no longer actively seeking new investments. They [...]

photo credit: David Boyle in DC We’ve all seen the hype: “We’ll put your plan in front of thousands of investors!” “We’ll write you an award-winning online business plan!” “Only $3,000 for thousands of investors to learn about your company!” I cringe every time I see one of these ads. Vultures are preying on honest [...]