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5 Replies Last post: Jul 13, 2008 12:37 AM by shalasfp

New Business Needing Guidance

Jul 10, 2008 9:53 PM

Click to view shalasfp's profile Professional shalasfp 3 posts since
Jul 10, 2008
I have a home-based business where I offer personalized poetry & products. I have been writing poetry for individuals for over ten years but just actually established a business name and EIN number January 2007. The business is one that is unique and I know will be successful upon getting the guidance and financial assistance needed.

I also am interested in expanding the services of the business and the business itself. I want to get my business out of the home and into the community by opening a retail store allowing customers to browse, shop and create. This business is one that will be beneficial to both adults and children. I am also trying to find a way to establish my business (name and as a seperate entity from me personally). I am paying cash for all my business expenses because my credit is not the best (currently working on getting that fixed).

I am looking for a loan or investment of $25,000-$50,000. I would also be interested in getting a grant, so if anyone is familiar or specialize in writing grants for businesses please contact me.

I would love to speak with someone about my business to see what kind of services are out there to help me.

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http://stores.shalasfloeticpen.org
http://www.shalasfp.org
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Click to view Epistemology's profile Professional Epistemology 8 posts since
Jul 10, 2008
1. Re: New Business Needing Guidance Jul 10, 2008 11:20 PM
To get your grant money form request contact CHARO a non-profit org which will help you write the grant you are looking for.
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2. Re: New Business Needing Guidance Jul 11, 2008 7:39 AM
New Business Needing Guidance, Welcome. This sounds very exciting.

*I am interested and would like to know more. Also help you *in expanding the services of the business.

*I also know you are in Owasso,
Oklahoma and will reach out to you.*

Have you developed a Business and Marketing Plan?? LUCKIEST
Click to view Epistemology's profile Professional Epistemology 8 posts since
Jul 10, 2008
3. Re: New Business Needing Guidance Jul 11, 2008 11:44 AM
in response to: LUCKIEST
CHARO is a non-profit org since 1945. They are on the internet. Go to google and put CHARO for CA area.
There are multiple locations. You can choose any location you want and email them directly. I am sure they will guide you.
Another, in google search- type SBDC stands for Small business development centers. They also assist you with your needs as such. Hope this helps.
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4. Re: New Business Needing Guidance Jul 13, 2008 12:36 AM
in response to: Epistemology
Thank you so much for the information. I'm going to look up both Charo and SBDC to find out more.
Click to view shalasfp's profile Professional shalasfp 3 posts since
Jul 10, 2008
5. Re: New Business Needing Guidance Jul 13, 2008 12:37 AM
in response to: LUCKIEST
Thank you for responding to my inquiry. I'm hoping to hear from you soon.