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A natural disaster can strike anywhere at anytime. Unfortunately, many business owners are not prepared when a natural disaster affects them. Luis Yepéz, a business owner in Massachusetts, knows all too well the dangers of natural disasters and the importance ...
Read More About Before Disaster Strikes: A Small Business Owner's Story
Are you a small business owner interested in becoming certified in the U.S. Small Business Administration’s (SBA) 8(a) Business Development program? If your answer is “yes” to the following questions, then you may be eligible for the program. ...
Read More About 8(a) Certification & Minority Business Certification—How Does a Business Get Certified?
By Cecelia Taylor Do you want to be your own boss, but are you not willing to take on the risk of starting your own business from scratch? Then franchising can be a great alternative if you are an entrepreneur with limited business experience or resources, and you ...
Read More About Franchising Basics - What You Need to Know
The SUB-Net database is a listing of subcontracting solicitations and opportunities posted by large prime contractors and other non-federal agencies. SUB-Net has been used by state and local governments, non-profit organizaitons, colleges and universities, and ...
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Are you a surety bond company or authorized surety agent? Do you underwrite contract surety bonds? If so, SBA may be a valuable partner to you.
SBA guarantees surety bonds for small businesses unable to secure a surety bond through other means ...
Read More About SBA Surety Bonds, Pt. 3: How Surety Companies Can Partner with SBA
At any age, starting a new business can be an exciting and fulfilling venture. Deciding to start a business after you've already completed a long career takes additional considerations that don't necessarily apply to young professionals. Before making that ...
Read More About Business Advice for Retirees