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… Portal to monitor your loan status or to make payments.  You are responsible for your COVID-19 EIDL monthly payment … front page of your Original Note. During this deferment: You may make voluntary  payments  without prepayment … from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday. When emailing SBA, remember to always include your loan 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 … that’s important to whether customers decide to buy. Claims about health benefits or safety of a product or …

… meet its small business contracting goals. Content When to use set-aside or sole-source contracts The federal … agencies meet their small business contracting goals. How you should offer a contract will depend largely on two … businesses are required to perform minimum levels of work when they receive a federal contract. These subcontracting …

… blogger for Dun and Bradstreet Credibility Corp, about.com and business.com. Read more about Marco Carbajo Credit … What are Hard Inquiries? Hard inquiries get triggered when you apply for credit or other actions that may require a … interpret this as an attempt to expand available credit fast which creates a higher risk for a lender. What are Soft …

… Should You Be Looking At New Franchise Opportunities? November 15, 2017 When it comes to investigating franchise opportunities, you … rapid growth. At first, the idea of investing in a fast-growing franchise system sounds good. It must mean that …

… Coverage July 13, 2017 Like most small businesses, you probably can’t self-insure (pay for losses out of pocket) … on Twitter: @BigIdeas4SB or at BigIdeasforSmallBusiness.com Read more about Barbara Weltman Like most small … on the extent of coverage that’s currently on the policy when you renew. But if you use your personal vehicle for …

… 5 reasons you need a business plan December 10, 2018 If you are starting a small business, there is no shortage of … about putting your business plan together, go to the SBA’s online Learning Center and take the self-paced course on How …

… process for its lenders. Review the major activities you regularly perform as a lender in the 7(a) program along … service loans using a variety of applications available online through CAFS: Electronic Lending – Origination … portion of the Loan has been sold in the Secondary Market. When taking a unilateral action, lenders notify SBA through …

… Cons: Startups and Franchises February 24, 2020 Whether you build your own business from the ground up or opt to buy a franchise, there are some key differences to consider. … advisor. Read more about Joel Libava My late father, when speaking to potential business owners, would always ask …

… local, in-person counseling and training services for you, the small business owner. They are designed to provide … of Defense . What can an APEX Accelerator do for you? Determine if your business is ready for government … can be a challenge and can be a burden for your company if you do not have the resources or maturity to handle a …

… So You Have a Brilliant Idea. What’s Next. February 23, 2017 So … is founder and Chairman of Palo Alto Software and bplans.com. He has an MBA from Stanford, has been married 46 years, … on Twitter as @Timberry, and blogging at timberry.bplans.com. Read more about Tim Berry So you have a brilliant …

… research In order to bid on and win government contracts, you’ll have to sell products or services that the government … data for contracts over $25,000. With this system, you can see which agencies have contracts and with who, what agencies buy, and which contractors have contracts. USASpending.gov …

… and your solution gets the consideration it deserves. If you are facing challenges or feel that a federal agency has … the following three methods. Get started Submit a comment online Email your PDF comment form and any supporting … for direction on how to comply with a federal regulation? When federal agencies publish regulations that may have a …

… Giving Up on Company Property September 7, 2017 Sometimes you just want or need to walk away from your business … on Twitter: @BigIdeas4SB or at BigIdeasforSmallBusiness.com Read more about Barbara Weltman Sometimes you just want … some income) from the Section 179 deduction you claimed when you bought it (see IRS Publication 946 . Abandoned real …

… many steps — and a lot of time and effort. But, if you’re organized, and you’ve taken the time to learn all you … . 5. Legalities There are a lot of legalities involved when you buy a franchise. Some of them are easy to understand, while …

… How Much Energy Do You Need to Own and Operate a Franchise? April 26, 2018 … would do it .” That’s a true statement, especially when it comes to being the active owner of a franchise … to focus on active, full-time franchise owners. Leadership When you own and operate a franchise business, you’re going …

… Pros and Cons of Owning a Food Franchise October 22, 2018 When it comes to deciding on the type of franchise business you want to own, there are several factors to consider. The … up to try ( and purchase ) your food. 3. Food-service is fast-paced. It’s quite an experience to own and operate a …

… Own Boss June 19, 2017 I’d like to start out by telling you that it’s perfectly normal to be fearful about owning a … for years. That’s why it’s important to follow a process* when deciding on what business to buy-in this case, a franchise business. In order to make a …

… 4 Resources To Help You Create a Safe Workplace June 1, 2017 When was the last time you’ve revisited your workplace safety … with 7+ years of experience. Read more about Joshlyn Ross When was the last time you’ve revisited your workplace safety …

… 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 …