Start a Business
Information, ideas and resources about starting a small business.
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GuideResources
Links to Trademark Information in All 50 States | 2020
Reasons a small business might prefer a state trademark over a federal trademark and where to register one.
Research
What Percentage of New Businesses Survive? (By State, Industry, Time)
Yes, businesses close. But at a rate less than you may be led to believe. (Links to business survival statistics in all 50 states and by industries.)
Advice
9 Sources of Funding for Your Small Business | 2017
There are more types of small business lending than ever. But good credit will always be the key no matter what the source.
GuideResources
How to Start a Small Business | An Overview of SmallBusiness.com Resources
A comprehensive overview of information found on SmallBusiness.com and the SmallBusiness.com/WIKI that is helpful to those considering starting a business.