Here you will find a number of free tools that can help you based on your specific needs.
Business Planning Tools
Business Plan (Existing Business)
This is an example of a full business plan for an existing business. This is much different than a start-up as revenues and expenses are known, and therefore can be better forecasted
Start-up Business Plan
This is an example of a full business plan for an start-up. This is much different than an existing business because revenues and expenses are un-known, and therefore need to be estimated using benchmarks.
SWOT Analysis
This is a free tool that can help you perform the most basic strategic analysis, which a SWOT. This tools captures a business' Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats.
Market Assessment
This free tool illustrates how to estimate the size of a potential market or market segment. This can be helpful in setting goal or estimating revenue for start-up or market expansion.
Financial Templates
Opening Day Balance Sheet
There are 3 key financial documents for any business. The balance sheet is one of them
Profit & Loss Statement
There are 3 key financial documents for any business. The profit & loss statement is one of them
Cash Flow
There are 3 key financial documents for any business. The cash flow statement is the final.
Start-up Expenses
This is unique to start-ups. It is critical to have a detailed outline of your expected start-up expenses as they are key when seeking funds.
e-Books
Equity Funding Basics
This e-Book provides a high level overview of the basic steps behind equity funding. Get a Copy.
Business Loans: Credit < 700
This e-Book explores your options when seeking a business loan, when you or one of your partners has less than stellar credit (<700). Get a Copy.
Business Loans: Credit > 700
This e-Book explores your options to get the best business loan, when you and all of your partners have stellar credit (> 700). Get a Copy.
Fast Business Loans
This e-Book explores your options when seeking a business loan, when you need funds quickly. Get a Copy.
Infographics
How to Get an SBA Loan
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Finding the Right Bank
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How to Start a Busines
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