by Steve Strauss on May 7th, 2008
Q: I am starting a green business but lack sufficient startup capital. Are there federal grants for such a business, and if so are they realistic or even plausible?
Rachael
A: I would have to say, I get more variations on this question than any other: “Where the heck can I get some of this free government startup money?”
I’m not exactly sure where this urban myth comes from, this idea that there are government agencies out there just waiting to give out free money to start a business.
I suspect that the main culprit is Matthew Lesko. You know,... Read more »
by Rebecca Button on December 3rd, 2007
If you think "capital" is the uppercase letters at the beginning of a sentence, then this article is for you.
Capital: The Key to Starting a Successful Home Business
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by Rebecca Button on October 18th, 2007
Small business is the backbone of the economy, and the government has a vested interest in helping small business owners to get their ventures off the ground. There are many ways in which the government can help finance your business; the problem is that most people don’t really know much about these programs, or how to find and apply for them. Here are some of the programs the US Government offer that are designed to help small businesses grow and prosper.
Government Grants
You can get a government grant for your business if you meet the criteria. Often, women and... Read more »