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
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
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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The Dos and Don’ts of Turning Your Hobby Into a Business
According to Business Jargons, an online business encyclopedia, it’s often harder to start a business in rural areas, due to several factors, including a lack of technical know-how and training. But the encyclopedia also points out that several businesses are particularly well-suited for those living in rural America.
Best Legal Entities for Rural Entrepreneurs
To ensure rural small business owners have all the facts regarding business structure, here is a quick guide to what entities are available for your rural business and how each can protect you from future legal nightmares.
Ask an Expert - Solutions to the Challenges of Rural Business Ownership
Join us for this hour-long session solely dedicated to answering your questions about rural business ownership. Read more
11 Resources To Help Rural Entrepreneurs Succeed
From applying for grants to researching local economic development organizations, there are several resources to help rural entrepreneurs succeed.
Women-Owned Startups in Rural America - Learn About Useful Tools & Resources
This lively discussion will delve into the available training and resources for women business owners and entrepreneurs in rural America. Read more
Opportunities and Obstacles for Rural Entrepreneurs
Our latest infographic, “Rural Entrepreneurship” explores how running a business in rural communities differs from their suburban and urban counterparts.
Infographic: Rural Entrepreneurship
SCORE's latest infographic examines the benefits and challenges of running a small business in rural America. Read more
Small Towns as Business Incubators
One of the most successful support structures for small business growth in small towns has been business incubators.