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Suggestions for Start Ups and Those In Need of Financing
A few salient tips from veteran SCORE mentor Colin Jones, Mentor Emeritus about traps to avoid and ways of saving money. Read more
San Antonio SCORE Local Resources
Starting a new business is a large undertaking. Fortunately, there are numerous excellent resources online and at your fingertips. San Antonio SCORE has compiled the following... Read more
Starting a Business in South Texas
Starting a business or non-profit organization is not a trivial undertaking. The following steps should only be undertaken after you have completed your business plan and obtained... Read more
ACCION - Small Business Loans $200 - $250,000 - $5 Million
ACCION Texas Inc. is a multi-state nonprofit organization that provides solutions to business owners’ financing needs. ACCION Texas Inc. offers business loans and consulting to... Read more
The Need for an Accounting System
What’s Wrong with Keeping my Records in a Shoebox or Why You Need an Accounting System Read more
Employee vs. Independent Contractor
Hiring an independent contractor or new employee is an important decision that every owner(s) will face at some point during the life of his or her small business. For many, the... Read more
How to Choose a Payroll Company
Hiring a payroll company can save companies time and money. This article will define three factors to consider before engaging a payroll partner.
Why you need an operating agreement: 8 Operating Agreement Tips
Learn why these eight business owners and entrepreneurs stress the importance of operating agreements and tips to help you complete yours.
Volunteering: Helping Us All Move Forward
Volunteering has a positive impact on the U.S. economy as a whole and small business recovery. See the rewards that you can receive from volunteering according to statistics... Read more
Social Responsibility for Small Businesses: How to Give Back Without Breaking the Bank
If there’s a cause to support in your community, you don’t have to wait for a big company to lend big donations. As a small business, you can also participate in giving back and make a meaningful change.
The Changing Workplace
Examine five trends that are changing the workplace small business owners should be aware of.
Volunteer Spotlight: Mentor, DeLisa Clift
DeLisa is a mentor at the SCORE Savannah Chapter. She works with small business owners and entrepreneurs to build and grow their small businesses by drawing on her own experience.