useful links for further information*
There are several excellent sources of general information on the internet for new businesses:
www.sba.gov/smallbusinessplanner/index.html
The government's business advice site.
www.business.gov
A one-stop electronic link to the information and services government provides for the business community.
www.commerce.gov
United States of America Department of Commerce site provides a wide range of information concerning economic and business development issues. Go here to find information on patents.
www.hud.gov/offices/osdbu/index.cfm
The OSDBU is responsible for ensuring that small businesses are treated fairly and that they have an opportunity to compete and be selected for a fair amount of the Agency’s prime and subcontracting opportunities. This
site provides information to assist in your marketing and educational efforts.
www.business.gov/guides/finance/financing/loans.html
A guide to government grants and loans for small businesses.
www.osha.gov/dcsp/smallbusiness/index.html
U.S. Department of Labor Occupational Safety & Health Administration site. The site offers many resources designed specifically for smaller employers.
www.ftc.gov/ftc/business.htm
The Federal Trade Commission’s information for businesses can enhance compliance with the law. Includes links to resources on a wide range of business categories.
www.irs.gov/businesses/small/index.html
Internal Revenue Service small business and self employed one-stop resource.
www.opm.gov/disability/
Federal Employment of People with Disabilities. This site provides a simple and straight forward resource to help Americans, with and without disabilities, better understand how to hire and retain persons with disabilities.
www.start-up-usa.biz/
Self-Employment Technical Assistance, Resources & Training. Provides resources to individuals interested inpursuing self-employment including a live web cast series with successful entrepreneurs who share their secrets
for success.
Below are links to suggested websites that offer "blank" supplies:
* For informational purposes only. Brother makes no representation or warranties with regard to the contents of these sites.