Resources for Small Business: Websites You Should Know About
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is a one-stop shop of resources for everything from free online training and government contracting opportunities to information on SBA loans and disaster assistance.
IRS' Small Business & Self-Employed Tax Center
The Internal Revenue Service devotes an entire section of their website to understanding tax laws related to small businesses. Here you'll find everything from tax tips and filing information for the self-employed, to finding out what is deductible as a business expense. You can also download a variety of forms and publications.
SmartBiz.com
SmartBiz.com offers a variety of articles for the savvy small business owner including Top 5 Ways For Small Businesses to Succeed In A Down Economy. Check out their Free Forms & Downloads section for a variety of business startup forms and checklists.
SCORE is a resource partner with the SBA that provides local mentoring and training to entrepreneurs. SCORE is a non-profit organization that has thousands of successful business members who volunteer their time and expertise to provide free counseling and advice to small business owners. You can get help from SCORE through face-to-face counseling or online counseling and workshops. Visit their website for additional tools including small business templates, business quizzes, and podcasts, all designed to helping you live your dream.
MerchantCircle is a great resource for small business owners that allows you to create a profile, link to your website, network with other local businesses, create coupons, blogs, newsletters and more. A basic listing is FREE and allows you to connect with up to 250 other businesses. Additional services are offered for a fee.
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