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https://www.sba.gov/business-guide/launch-your-business/get-business-insurance… Business insurance protects you from the unexpected costs of running a business. Accidents, natural disasters, … Business insurance protects you from the unexpected costs of running a business. Accidents, natural disasters, …
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Directory of STEP awardees
https://www.sba.gov/funding-programs/grants/state-trade-expansion-program-step/directory-step-awardees… Directory of STEP awardees Small businesses looking to start or expand their global customer reach can use resources … Small businesses looking to start or expand their global customer reach can use resources … -
How Much Does an Employee Cost You?
https://www.sba.gov/blog/how-much-does-employee-cost-you… So, if you pay someone a salary of $35,000, your actual costs likely will range from $43,750 to $49,000. Some added … including: Employer share of FICA (7.65% on compensation up to the annual wage base, which is $132,900 in 2019, plus … is needed. While these mandatory added costs can mount up, there’s good news. The costs of payroll taxes and … -
Marketing and sales
https://www.sba.gov/business-guide/manage-your-business/marketing-sales… compliant. Budget Include a complete breakdown of the costs of your marketing plan. Try to be as accurate as … to attract customers to their auto repair shop. They draw up a marketing plan that describes their strategy and goals. … credit or debit card transaction, plus costs for setting up any necessary equipment. Accepting credit and debit cards … -
Find upcoming events
https://www.sba.gov/events… 11 - 20 of 1380 events Resource Partner event Online Start Smart - Webinar via Zoom Monday, February 23, 2026 … a.m. - 1:00 p.m. CST Free Resource Partner event Online Start Your Business in PA: The First Steps Live Q&A with SBA … 2026 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. EST Free SBA event Online How to Start a Business Monday, February 23, 2026 10:00 - 10:45 … -
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How to Organize Your Small Business Startup Costs
https://www.sba.gov/blog/how-organize-your-small-business-startup-costs… How to Organize Your Small Business Startup Costs August 30, 2016 Launching or transitioning your side … One of the first steps is to consider your startup costs, or expenses in the beginning phases of … journey that involves successes and failures from the very start.“If you fail to plan, you are planning to fail”, a … -
5 Key Questions to Ask Yourself if You Plan to Start a Business
https://www.sba.gov/blog/5-key-questions-ask-yourself-if-you-plan-start-business… 5 Key Questions to Ask Yourself if You Plan to Start a Business October 2, 2018 Starting a business takes … also need to pull together a team of people as you set up and launch your business. These will be people that are … it will involve some initial investment to cover startup costs. The key here is to work through your options and … -
Develop your export plan
https://www.sba.gov/business-guide/grow-your-business/export-products/international-sales/develop-your-export-plan… Business Outreach Centers USDA Market Access Program (MAP) Start developing your export plan Whether you are starting to … rules of origin for free trade agreement eligibility. Stay up to date on trade and investment events by visiting: US … options for delivery Are able to calculate total delivery costs, tariffs and any VAT fees Provide digital payment … -
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https://www.sba.gov/blog… heroes of America’s economy. They’re not afraid to roll up their sleeves and get the job done for the communities … -
Digital SBA
https://www.sba.gov/about-sba/open-government/digital-sba… in actual expenditures below the projected level of costs to achieve a specific objective. Cost avoidance … taken in the immediate time frame that will decrease costs in the future. Year Contract Re-scoping OMB Initiative: … measurable goals for delivering better services at lower costs Establish agency-wide standards for content lifecycle … -
Independent Retailer Month Is a Great Time to Start a Business
https://www.sba.gov/blog/2023/2023-06/independent-retailer-month-great-time-start-business… Independent Retailer Month Is a Great Time to Start a Business June 30, 2023 July is Independent Retailer … and spark action so small businesses can confidently start, grow, expand, or recover. Read more about U.S. Small … leverage to build your own unique brand from the ground up. Business Guide Starting a business involves planning, … -
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Can You Really Start a Business With Just a Smartphone? Yes!
https://www.sba.gov/blog/can-you-really-start-business-just-smartphone-yes… Can You Really Start a Business With Just a Smartphone? Yes! September 22, … It might seem a bit surprising it's absolutely possible to start and run a business from your smartphone. Anita Campbell … to always fully type out long emails. You can also shore up your mobile communication strategy with apps like Google … -
How the SBA Helps Entrepreneurs Start and Grow Their Businesses
https://www.sba.gov/blog/how-sba-helps-entrepreneurs-start-grow-their-businesses… How the SBA Helps Entrepreneurs Start and Grow Their Businesses February 7, 2023 Starting a … and spark action so small businesses can confidently start, grow, expand, or recover. Read more about U.S. Small … comes with starting a business from the ground up. Where should you build your business ? Should you have a … -
Starting a High-Tech Business? You May be Eligible for Government Funding
https://www.sba.gov/blog/starting-high-tech-business-you-may-be-eligible-government-funding… be Eligible for Government Funding June 5, 2017 Looking to start or grow your high-tech entrepreneurial venture? Need … resources helping entrepreneurs and small business owners start-up, grow and succeed. Follow her on Twitter: @caronbeesley … Looking to start or grow your high-tech entrepreneurial venture? Need … -
National Entrepreneurship Week Spotlight: How to Start and Grow a Business
https://www.sba.gov/blog/2024/2024-02/national-entrepreneurship-week-spotlight-how-start-grow-business… National Entrepreneurship Week Spotlight: How to Start and Grow a Business February 6, 2024 Starting a … and spark action so small businesses can confidently start, grow, expand, or recover. Read more about U.S. Small … funding from lenders and investors. Not sure where to start? Leverage the SBA’s how-to guide . Launch. Once the … -
Second Draw PPP loan
https://www.sba.gov/funding-programs/loans/covid-19-relief-options/paycheck-protection-program/second-draw-ppp-loan… Second Draw PPP loans can be used to help fund payroll costs, including benefits. Funds can also be used to pay for … is 2.5x the average monthly 2019 or 2020 payroll costs up to $2 million. For borrowers in the Accommodation and Food … is 3.5x the average monthly 2019 or 2020 payroll costs up to $2 million. Who may qualify A borrower is generally … -
Plan your business
https://www.sba.gov/business-guide/plan-your-business… template. Write your business plan Calculate your startup costs How much money will it take to start your small business? Calculate the startup costs for … business credit Fund your business It costs money to start a business. Funding your business is one of the first — … -
Expand to new locations
https://www.sba.gov/business-guide/grow-your-business/expand-new-locations… customer, sales plan, and competitive advantage. Add up any additional marketing and sales costs. Make sure your updated marketing plan is just as … and city governments require a new license or permit. Start by visiting your state's website. Foreign qualification …