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Innovative Spark From Uncle Sam

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A wall that many business start-ups encounter is funding and the creative tactics which can be employed to obtain monies needed to keep a venture afloat. Featured is a way of getting financial assistance from a federal initiative called the Small Business Innovation Research(SBIR) program. The phases of the plan is highlighted and an example is offered from a businessman who has taken advantage of this little-known financial resource.

United States, Executive Offices, Capital funds & cash flow, Federal Financial Agencies, Analysis, Services, Economic assistance, Foreign economic assistance, United States. Small Business Innovation Research Program

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Check your state for funding

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State government programs are a source of funds for starting or expanding a small business. In Iowa the Community Economic Betterment Account provides matching funds to communities for business loans. Tips on getting funds from a state program are included.

Economic policy, Iowa, Industrial promotion

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Lending with a personal touch

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Small businesses may find women-owned or minority-owned banks more accessible than traditional banks. Such banks are often formed to provide funding to businesses that will enhance the community and the lives of their owners.

Commercial Banking, Commercial banks, not elsewhere classified, Commercial Banking NEC, Commercial banks, Management, Minority-owned banks

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