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… Franchisees In-Person Is So Important June 3, 2019 You need to get all the facts you can about the franchise opportunities you’re interested in. The best way to do that is to talk to franchisees. Joel Libava … After all, they’ve already invested their money to buy the franchise you’re interested in. Not only have they …

… Your Life Will Look Like As A Franchisee January 24, 2017 You’ve decided to become a franchisee. Now that you’ve made that decision, you should have a mental picture of what your business is …

… communicates from email addresses ending in  @sba.gov . If you are being contacted by someone claiming to be from the SBA who is not using an official SBA email address, you should suspect fraud. Loans If you live in a declared … or send an email to  answerdesk@sba.gov Apply online for a disaster loan via the MySBA Loan Portal at …

… to use plain language when communicating in writing with you. Content Plain language Plain language is clear, written communication that the public can easily understand and use. The Plain Writing Act of 2010 … to use plain language when communicating in writing with you. Our commitment SBA is committed to clear communication. …

… How we use SMS SBA's Disaster Assistance program allows you to opt in to receive text messages (SMS/MMS) to your … number.  These messages may include answers to inquiries you've made, real-time texts to ask and answer questions … conversation. We will not use your phone number to track you or for any kind of commercial marketing. SBA will never …

… 6 Ways Your Best Customers Can Help Market Your Business March 13, 2018 You’ve probably heard of “brand advocates” who help promote … and grow their businesses. Follow her at http://Twitter.com/Rieva and visit SmallBizDaily.com to sign up for her free …

… Administration’s local assistance finder  can connect you with local guidance in planning your exit strategy. It’s … and taxes. Reference the  IRS Bankruptcy Tax Guide  online for information on debt cancellation, tax procedures, … consignment, internet, sealed bid, or retail Select the best time and location for your sale Hire an auctioneer, …

… Second Draw PPP loan If you have previously received a Paycheck Protection Program … have the same terms regardless of lender or borrower .  If you wish to begin preparing your application, you can download the following PPP borrower application form …

… for Business Owners Who Hate Selling June 7, 2016 You started a small business knowing you'd make most of your revenue by selling your products or … your sales skills? Talk to a SCORE mentor about how to best represent your products or services. SBA News … You …

… Forms and guides Use these forms and guides as you go through the processes of a licensed SBIC. Content SBIC … Form 2181 (Long) or  Form 2181 (Subsequent Fund) Once you have decided to move forward with the application … SBICs Form 27B Standard Debenture Opinion of Counsel If you intend to issue either Low and Moderate Income (LMI) or …

… 4 Marketing Mistakes That Can Get You in Legal Trouble August 9, 2017 Advertising and marketing … and grow their businesses. Follow her at http://Twitter.com/Rieva and visit SmallBizDaily.com to sign up for her free … organization. Even in this situation, though, it’s best to simply toot your own horn and refrain from …

… Are You Ready to Export? May 22, 2018 Let me ask that a different way… Are you interested in selling to a market that is huge, growing, … and greatly values U.S. products and services? Of course you are!  Answering yes to that doesn’t necessarily mean you …

… owners run into problems running their businesses. If you decide to become a franchise owner, who should you communicate with to get an issue you’re experiencing … smoothly and profitably. How To Get Issues Resolved The best way to get a problem you’re experiencing as a franchise …

… November 15, 2016 Let me start off by telling you that it’s not easy to evaluate newer franchise … franchise opportunities, research-good research, is the best way to get the information you need. But it can be … with the franchisor. The decision you make on whether to buy the franchise or not, is going to come down to trust and …

… is founder and Chairman of Palo Alto Software and bplans.com. He has an MBA from Stanford, has been married 46 years, … and so forth. Maybe you get on one of those sites that lets you offer future product in return for early sales. Get … How you do it depends on your specific case. In the best cases, you can convert early sales to growth, getting to …

… 5 reasons you need a business plan December 10, 2018 If you are … a business plan. You can pick a plan format that works best for you. What’s important is that your business plan … about putting your business plan together, go to the SBA’s online Learning Center and take the self-paced course on How …