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Business Plan Template for a Startup Business
To increase your odds of a successful business startup, download this step-by-step business plan template you can use to plan for your new business. Read more
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Startup Expenses
Nearly everyone who has ever started a business has underestimated the costs, and then faced the danger of running with inadequate capital reserves. The key to avoiding this... 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. You will learn whether business ownership is right for you. Read more
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Guest Notes
Judith Houck, owner of Classique Floors, the Oregon Small Business Person of the Year for Oregon... 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.
Business Knowledge
Business PodcastsSales,... Read more
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Q&A - General Business
I have a home –based business. Does my home owners insurance cover my business?
Generally your home insurance does not anticipate providing coverage for a business. You may be... Read more
eGuide
Q&A - Websites
What will it cost me to get my new website running?
The answer will depend on what type of website you want, of course. The basic components of website cost are as follows: Domain... Read more
eGuide
Q&A - Taxes
Are my workers employees or independent contractors?
This important question has significant financial implications to small business owners. IRS Publication 15-A states "The... Read more
eGuide
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:
An employee handbook - This is a set of workplace rules and policies you want... Read more
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Q&A - Business Law
Are my workers employees or independent contractors?
This important question has significant financial implications to small business owners. IRS Publication 15-A states "The... Read more
eGuide
Q&A - Accounting
What is a “Single Member LLC”?
A Limited Liability Company (LLC) can have one or many owners (known as “members”). If just one person is the owner the structure is known as a “... Read more
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Q&A - Market Research
How do I find the norm for business expenses by type of business?
There are several Internet sites that offer this type of data. RMA (formerly Robert Morse Associates), www.zone6.... 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
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Q&A - Business Structure
What is a “Single Member LLC”?
A Limited Liability Company (LLC) can have one or many owners (known as “members”). If just one person is the owner the structure is known as a “... Read more