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Small Business Development Centers

Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs) deliver free 1:1 business counseling and low-cost training to over 600,000 businesses a year. SBDC counselors and trainers are a valuable local resource, whether you are just starting a business, looking for funding, hiring your first employee, or getting ready for further expansion. The program is a cooperative effort of the private sector, the educational community, and federal, state, and local governments.

Articles

• Get Started: From naming your business to deciding between a sole proprietorship and an LLC, get tips tips on getting your business off the ground.
• Dollars and Cents: Get details on accepting (and collecting) payments from your customers painlessly and easily.
• Know your customers: Build your reputation and watch your customer base grow. Gain insight on managing your existing customers and attracting new ones.
• Benefit Employees: Find out how to hire, pay, and protect your employees while complying with all the rules and regulations.
• Protect your assets: From trademarks to insurance, find important tips on protecting your investment and your business.
• Your business: Expert advice for small business owners with one simple goal: Success.