This step-by-step guide shows how the Small Business Administration (SBA) of America can help to start or maintain a small business. In 1987 the SBA made 17,110 loans totalling $3 billion, most of which were made by banks with SBA guarantees against default. It explains how business owners without a financial or legal background can take full advantage of the SBA, including clear, straightforward instructions on preparing the SBA loan application package. The author discusses the multitude of services the SBA can provide free of charge, such as technical and management assistance, procurement assistance, business classes, and publications, and provides easy-to-follow examples and sample forms. (view table of contents)

Product Description: An in-depth guide to the Small Business Administration's specialty loan programsIn addition to its general loan program, the Small Business Administration (SBA) offers a number of lesser-known specialty loan programs. In this indispensable new guide, the author of SBA Loans walks you through these programs, providing the information you need to make an informed decision...read more (view table of contents, read Amazon.com's description)

Product Description: An in-depth guide to the Small Business Administration's specialty loan programs In addition to its general loan program, the Small Business Administration (SBA) offers a number of lesser-known specialty loan programs. In this indispensable new guide, the author of SBA Loans walks you through these programs, providing the information you need to make an informed decision...read more (view table of contents, read Amazon.com's description)

Product Description: "...gives you all the information, tools, techniques, and money sources you need to create and present a winning plan." —Business Opportunities Journal "...should provide valuable assistance to any serious entrepreneur faced with writing and adapting a business plan in order to secure financing...read more (view table of contents, read Amazon.com's description)

Describes programs of the Small Business Administration, tells how to prepare a loan proposal, and reviews federal forms

Presents a detailed guide for selecting and purchasing data processing equipment that meets the needs of a small business

Product Description: Explains in great detail how a business is going to market and sell its product(s) or service(s). Provides in-depth coverage on areas which include market planning, strategizing, pricing tactics, research processes and sources. Offers spreadsheet analysis of research and development, administration, as well as marketing and operations costs done via Lotus...read more

Product Description: Aids entrepreneurs in the planning and execution of a sound business venture, from conception to growth and expansion. Provides complete explanations of the total business planning process, including market planning, strategizing, research sources, pricing concepts, and specific questions entrepreneurs must ask in the preparation of a sound plan to its selected audience--whether it's managment, lenders, or the investment community...read more

Product Description: Book by O'Hara, Patrick D.