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… Effective Business Plan Should Answer December 7, 2021 A great business plan can impress potential investors and … Write a Business Plan Month, review your business plan and make sure it answers the following questions: What does your … your business. Who is your target customer? You’ll want to make sure your business plan outlines in detail who your …

… risk. Marco Carbajo SBA Blog Contributor Marco Carbajo is a business credit expert, author, speaker, and founder of the … credit . This includes positive cash flow, bank history, payment history, and additional cash sources and reserves. … much skin you have in the game is very important and can make the difference between an approval and denial. Banks …

… in these programs helps small businesses: Win a fair share of federal contracts Qualify for exclusive … Small business contracting goals The government works to make sure small businesses get at least 23% of all federal … has its own standards and process for certification, so make sure to read carefully. Need help? Get help with …

… to SBA to promote efficiency and reduce waste. A number of these reports focused on the early identification … Compensation Report In March of this year, the OIG issued a report on an audit of the underwriting practices and … regulations require that any excess funds remaining after payment of staff and overhead expenses be retained by the CDC …

… these tips in preparing for emergency situations. Here are a few things your can do to prepare for the upcoming winter … risks. If you do this early enough, you’ll have time to make structural upgrades that can prevent possible future … six months.  Once you’ve done that, you’ll be prepared to make a plan to check out insurance options, or work on …

… Here’s How to Use It April 4, 2019 From Glossier to Quip, a variety of hip new companies is targeting millennials … the layout streamlined and the photography eye-catching. Make worthwhile offers. Email offers for discounts are a dime … or catalog with a special offer can catch the eye. Make it worth the customer’s while, not just a few dollars …

… are navigating these changes, it’s important to establish a balanced and healthy lifestyle outside of work.  Here are … loved ones throughout the week to blow off steam. Also, make a point of cultivating a network of business mentors and … or phone appointment with a local SBA resource partner . Make Time to Unwind Intentionally carve out time for yourself …

… A List of Expenses You’ll Have as a Franchise Owner April 22, … Of course, marketing and advertising isn’t free, so make sure you don’t forget to add these items to your list of … requires a commercial space, you’ll have a monthly rent payment. In addition, you’ll be responsible for all of the …

… SBICs and their advisers. Rapid deployment of funds With a leverage commitment from the U.S. Small Business … U.S. small businesses remain underserved and represent a value opportunity for investors. Stay current with the …

… Administration Social Security Administration Select a Year 2021 2022 2023 Agency Name - YYYY Prime Contracting … Score = ##.## The OSDBU peer review consists of scoring a written response from agencies using a detailed compliance checklist for 22 requirements in 15 …

… Evaluation Report 15-09, The OIG High Risk 7(a) Loan Review Program Recommends $1.8 Million in Recoveries Evaluation Report 15-09, The OIG High Risk 7(a) Loan Review Program Recommends $1.8 Million in Recoveries … improper payments, and was not identified as an improper payment. OIG recommended that SBA require the lenders to …

… Putting American manufacturers first SBA is leading a task force that is laser focused on growing American-based …

… through SBA funding intermediaries. Content What is a microloan? The microloan program provides loans up to … the personal guarantee of the business owner. How do I use a microloan? Microloans   can   be used for a variety of … intermediary in your area . SBA-approved lenders make all credit decisions and set all terms for your …

… the Small Business Development Centers (SBDC) Program in a cooperative effort with the private sector, the educational … state and territory, with multiple locations that form a network of more than 900 service locations. SBDC services … venture capital formation and rural development SBDCs also make special efforts to reach minority members of socially …

… interest and SBA annual charge payments are due (Payment Dates) or at certain time periods in between Payment Dates. Full semi-annual interest and SBA annual charge that would be owed as of the next Payment Date are due even if prepayments are made prior to …

… Become a federal contractor The federal government encourages small … on contracting opportunities. The process to register as a federal contractor is more straightforward than most people … about how it purchases products and services. It aims to make sure that competition is fair and open, prices are …

… effective.  SBA developed an implementation plan including a risk framework that was intended to reduce the risk of …

… your startup costs and expenses, you’ll also want to make sure your credit is in good stead. Poor credit history … an established financial history. But loan eligibility for a new business is typically based on its owner’s personal … get started. CFPB’s Credit Reports and Scores webpage is a good place for most people looking to burnish their credit …

… The Office of Entrepreneurial Development (OED) oversees a network of programs and services that support the training … include: Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs)  - A broadband service delivery network of 63 lead centers and more than 900 service centers designed to make a significant, strategic investment in building and …