In the left and middle columns you will find our custom small business search as well as a list of resources we have found to be valuable for innovative research. In the right column is our Just Ask widget. Feel free to ask for assistance with your research or advice on any topic.
Resources.
Business Financing
BusinessFinance.com Search funding sources
U.S. Small Business Administration The feds actually have some good starting info here
State Grants Learn about local grant opps
Grants.gov Federally mandated grants site
Unsecured Business Loans Alternative source of financing for businesses without credit
Business Financing
BusinessFinance.com Search funding sources
U.S. Small Business Administration The feds actually have some good starting info here
State Grants Learn about local grant opps
Grants.gov Federally mandated grants site
Unsecured Business Loans Alternative source of financing for businesses without credit
Legal Assistance
Find a small business attorney Search for a specific type of attorney
Incorporate Our top pick
C vs S vs LLC A great chart
Licenses and Permits Scroll to bottom to see a state-by-state listing
Payroll Paychex is our pick but QuickBooks has a great online version too
Find an accountant Quick search form
Find a small business attorney Search for a specific type of attorney
Incorporate Our top pick
C vs S vs LLC A great chart
Licenses and Permits Scroll to bottom to see a state-by-state listing
Payroll Paychex is our pick but QuickBooks has a great online version too
Find an accountant Quick search form
Insurance
Types you may need The SBA gives a general overview, it will be daunting
NetQuote Good source, but be careful, agents will call you
Types you may need The SBA gives a general overview, it will be daunting
NetQuote Good source, but be careful, agents will call you
Resources (cont.).
Research
Hacer.org Hispanic American Center for Economic Research
U.S. Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Business related research related to the Hispanic demographic
U.S. Chamber of Commerce Small business issues and analysis
Entrepreneur Advice by the Hispanic Chamber
Tools for Entrepreneurs by Entrepreneur.com
Franchise Research Thinking of a franchises? Here is a great start
Business Ideas Get ideas from Entrepreneur.com
International Venture Capital Journal A UK company, but has great research on the topic, free copies available
Grant and Proposal Writing Books on the topic
Women-owned business research Center for Women's Business Research
Entrepreneurial Research Great all-around site for minorities and others