Section 4
Starting a Small Business
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The Business Plan
A business plan is a formal statement of a set of goals, the reasons they are believed attainable, and the plan for reaching those goals.
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Types of Ownership
A company has several options when it comes to the legal structure of ownership.
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Financing Company Operations
A company can be self-financed or financed through the solicitation and participation of outside investors.
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The Small Business Administration
The Small Business Administration (SBA) is a United States government agency that provides support to entrepreneurs and small businesses.