Finding a small business grant in Canada can be difficult. While there are some grants available, most of them, as you ll see in The Truth About Small Business Grants in Canada, are for particular groups of people doing particular things in particular places. For instance, all potential entrepreneurs in the Northwest Territories are eligible for a grant of up…
Are you interested in starting a business in South Africa? Do you need ideas or information on the best business investment opportunities in South Africa ? Then I advice you read on. Although poverty is still a problem in South Africa, and a huge fraction of the population is unemployed, there are many untapped business opportunities for insightful investors…
Credit: allstars/Shutterstock Many aspiring entrepreneurs have an idea for their business but lack the capital to actually start it. Brand-new businesses are often turned down for bank loans, and even if your business is established, funds can still be tough to secure. Loans funded by the Small Business Administration are usually more accessible, but they are…
One of the most frequent questions I get as a mentor to entrepreneurs is “How do I find the money to start my business?” I always answer that there isn’t any magic, and contrary to popular myth, nobody is waiting in the wings to throw money at you just because you have a new and exciting business idea. On the other hand, there are many additional creative options…
What it is: Business incubators are organizations geared toward speeding up the growth and success of startup and early stage companies. They’re often a good path to capital from angel investors, state governments, economic-development coalitions and other investors. How it works: Incubators vary in their strategies. Some are located in an actual physical space…
US startups operating in the commercial P&C insurance market have raised over $80M since October 2015 Specifically, US startups offering tech-enabled distribution of small business insurance or helping enable existing commercial insurance brokers digitally have raised almost $80M since October 2015. Among the deals’ backers were VCs and growth equity…
Think back to the last time you wrote a business plan for a startup. Do you recall your estimated expense for legal fees? $1, ? $10, ? $0? How much to spend on legal fees is a common issue for startup companies with more than one correct answer. However, there are a few factors that suggest your startup should loosen up the purse strings. Back in my college days…
You ve made the decision to start a business. Now you re asking yourself, What type of business should I start? You already know that there s a world of possibilities out there for anyone who wants to start a business. How can you possibly winnow them down to find the type of business that s right for you? The approach outlined in this article will help. Once…
Learn how to prepare a grant proposal for a federal grant. business image by Patrizier-Design from Fotolia.com Many publications, websites and books mislead small business entrepreneurs to think that federal grants exist to start a new business. The only federal grant available to start a new business is to cover the research and development costs for a business…
Small Business Owners Should Not Fear SBA Loan Myths. Mardis Coers/Moment Mobile Right off the top The U.S. government does not currently provide direct grants to individuals for starting or expanding a small business. However, the government does offer plenty of free help in planning how to start or improve your business and in securing low-interest SBA-backed…
So you ve got a killer business idea and want to start a business. How are you going to get the start up money you need to take your new business from idea to success? Here are the most popular sources of business start-up money. 1) Your own pockets. This may be daunting at first glance, but it’s the most popular source of funds to start a business. Don’t have…
A number of businesses may be able to flourish in a small town. Wonderlust Industries/Photodisc/Getty Images Small towns can provide a better quality of life and less congestion than the big city. For a budding entrepreneur, they can also offer a variety of potential business opportunities. In large part, a great business idea for your small town will depend…
Entrepreneurs will often have amazing business ideas, but they put them on hold due to a lack of capital. They assume that their idea will never get far off the ground unless they have major funding behind them. Related: If your idea and plan of execution aren’t well thought out from the beginning, no amount of money can turn it into a winner. Have a great idea…
Are you ready to learn how to start a successful handyman business? Working for yourself as a handyman has tons of advantages, such as setting your own schedule, choosing the types of jobs and people you will work for, setting your own pay rates, and being in complete control of your income. Don’t think you need to do all the work yourself, either. The most successful…
Families can have fun working together. family image by Mat Hayward from Fotolia.com Parents often have a dream of building a family business to pass on to the next generation. Creating something together can be exciting and rewarding. A father can mentor sons or daughters and help them grow as business people and individuals. But working together can cause a…
Debating whether to start a small business in Bradenton? If so, this might convince you to take the risk and go all in on the new venture. “This is an exciting accolade to achieve. I’m not surprised that our local business environment and business cost ratings helped to place Bradenton in the top 10 percent of best small cities in which to start a business, ”…
Starting your own business may sound like an undertaking of epic proportions. The truth is, it’s not. Yes, you’re going to have to work hard, and commit to working on it at all hours of the day, but actually getting set up is simply down to making sure you’ve “checked all the boxes, ” which is exactly what this business startup checklist aims to help you do…
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One of the first things you need to find out when you re starting out is what laws apply to your new business. As a small business owner, you ll know that being legally compliant relies on being aware of rules and regulations. You may wish to consult a legal professional to help you with all the legal requirements that you must comply with, such as licences and…
When it comes to starting a business in Colorado, there’s definitely more than enough reasons for entrepreneurs to take notice. Take for example our thriving economy and flourishing state-wide community developments designed to encourage collaboration. Whatever the attraction, small businesses and entrepreneurs are excited about the opportunities for growing…
Starting a business is easy. You can do it in a day. Starting a business that lasts is a lot harder, even if you put all your time and money into it. And the all-in approach is a lot riskier, since the more time and money you invest, the more you put at risk. So if you haven t yet taken the entrepreneurial plunge, how can you live your entrepreneurial dream while…
Although small businesses still turn to credit unions, community banks, and traditional banks for their capital needs, outside equity such as angel investment and venture capital, are valid options. In fact, the venture and angel capital industries are experiencing a sharp increase in demand thanks to a greater certainty in the domestic economy. If you’re looking…
Mass.gov s Business Portal Covers Business licenses, permits & regulations; Starting or relocating a business; Employer & workplace information; Selling to state & local government; Economic development & financial support; Economic data & statistics; Buying from state government; and International trade & exports…
Offering outdoor classes is one way to set your small gym apart from the competition. yoga training image by Daria Miroshnikova from Fotolia.com While the fitness industry might seem saturated, there are dozens of reasons to start a small gym. Many people interested in fitness struggle to find the time to make it a priority. Others simply feel uncomfortable in…
