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Founders of Successful Startups Are Mostly Middle-Aged

U.S. Resources for Women Business Owners

Links to Trademark Information in All 50 States | 2020

Small Business Tools: Start-up Calculator

Two-Thirds of Americans Dream of Opening a Small Business | 2018

Among individuals ages, 37-57 (Generation Xers) 75% of those surveyed had the dream of opening a small business.

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.)

Half of U.S. Millennials Want to Start a Business During the Next Three Years

How Small Businesses Are Succeeding in Very Small Towns

3 Top Ranked Free Online Courses on Starting and Growing a Small Business | 2017

Two great words (“free” and “learning”) for current and prospective business owners.

4 Things You Must Include in Any Business Plan

No matter what type of business your plan is for, there are certain universal parts that must be included.

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.

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.