Start a New Business
Starting Out
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Checklist for Starting a New Business Microsoft Word Document (.doc)
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Business Plan Guide Microsoft Word Document (.doc)
Research
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University of South Carolina Libraries Database for Small Business Research
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The Darla Moore School’s Springs Business Library-Resources for accounting, economics, finance, management, marketing and international business
Financial Aspects
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Applying for a Loan Microsoft Word Document (.doc)
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Lender Start up Requirements Microsoft Word Document (.doc)
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Financial Projection Plan Microsoft Excel Document (.xls)
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Funding Sources for Small Businesses Microsoft Word Document (.doc)
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Tax Liabilities for Businesses Microsoft Word Document (.doc)
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Credit Report Microsoft Word Document (.doc)
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Payroll/Workers Compensation Microsoft Word Document (.doc)
Legal Concerns
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Legal Structures of Businesses Microsoft Word Document (.doc)
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Patent Protection Microsoft Word Document (.doc)
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Patents Copyrights and Trademarks Microsoft Word Document (.doc)
Marketing Direction
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Hiring a Marketing Firm Microsoft Word Document (.doc)
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How to Write a Media Release Microsoft Word Document (.doc)
More Information
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South Carolina Business One Stop Microsoft Word Document (.docx)
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SC SBDC General Information Microsoft Word Document (.doc)
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Business Terms and Definitions Microsoft Word Document (.doc)
Webinars
07.11.2023 - Let’s Start a Business
02.07.2023 - Lets Start a Business
11.30.2022 - Starting a Business? Let's Make a Plan!
10.13.2022 - Let's Start a Business!
01.27.2022 - Let’s Start a Business
08.19.2021 - How to Write an Effective Business Plan
08.05.2021 - Let's Start a Business Webinar
05.20.2021 - Maintain Necessary Business Documents
05.18.2021 - Start Smart Series - Planning for a Healthy Business
04.21.2021 - Marketing 101: Creating a Plan
01.21.2021 - SC SBDC - It's A New Year, Let's Start a Business!
09.23.2020 - Are You the Face of Your Business? Personal Branding
Jumpstart Webinars
The SBDC has developed a three-part webinar series to provide information on a number of topics. Available on your schedule, these programs last approximately one hour. Each session includes resource links, templates or other information.
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Jumpstart Part 1 address’ a number of feasibility issues, discuss the importance of choosing a legal structure and answer basic questions about tax and employee issues.
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Jumpstart Part 2 is all about developing a business plan that you can use to guide the business and communicate your vision. Includes a full business plan outline document, items to include in Appendix, and resources for market research and support
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Jumpstart Part 3 provides an overview of financial statements and building a financial plan for your business. Includes Excel file downloads for 1-year financial projections, links to IRS forms and credit resources, ‘source and use statement’ and more.