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Business Plan Template for a Startup Business
Writing a business plan is an opportunity to carefully think through every step of starting your company so you can prepare for success. Read more
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Start-Up Expenses
Nearly everyone who has ever started a business has underestimated the costs, and then faced the danger of running with inadequate capital reserves. Read more
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Simple Steps for Starting Your Business: Module 1 - Startup Basics
If you’re thinking about starting your own business, this module will teach you the basics. Read more
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Guest Notes
Judith Houck, owner of Classique Floors, the Oregon Small Business Person of the Year for Oregon & Southwest Washington, was the special guest speaker at the Portland Score Chapter Read more
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Asked & Answered Questions For Small Business
You have questions...We have answers. See what knowledge Potland SCORE mentors have to share on a variety of business topics. Read more
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Small Business Links
We've organized a selection of links that are useful for entrepreneurs who are planning, starting or operating a small business.
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Q&A - General Business
I have a home –based business. Does my home owners insurance cover my business? Read more
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Q&A - Employer & Human Relations
What do I need to do before hiring my first employee?
It's a good idea to have these items in place: Read more
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Q&A - Market Research
How do I find the norm for business expenses by type of business? Read more
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Q&A - 3 Tips for Buying A Business
This brief Q&A provides 3 tips to consider when buying a business. Read more