New Business Checklist - Preparing a comprehensive plan

Are you ready to start a business?

Ursula Garreau-Rickenbacher of Ursula of Switzerland

Owning a business is the dream of many Americans ... starting that business converts your dream into reality. But there is a gap between your dream and reality that can only be filled with careful planning. As a business owner, you will need a plan to avoid pitfalls, to achieve your goals and to build a profitable business.

The Check-List for Going into Business (PDF) is a guide to help you prepare a comprehensive business plan and determine if your idea is feasible, to identify questions and problems you will face in converting your idea into reality and to prepare for starting your business. Used with permission of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA).

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