Sue PittsJul 27, 20181 minSelling Your BusinessAfter careful consideration, you may decide selling your business is a good option. Sound planning can help ensure you cover all your...
Sue PittsMar 21, 20182 minAnnual SBDC Day Open HouseFor nearly 40 years the America’s Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Network has helped aspiring and emerging small business owners...
Sue PittsFeb 21, 20183 min4 Ways to Register Your Business NameEntity name An entity name can protect the name of your business at a state level. Depending on your business structure and location, the...
Sue PittsNov 6, 20171 minDid You knowThe Iowa Western SBDC is free resource for small businesses and start-ups. Check out our video to see some of our great clients that we...
Sue PittsSep 27, 20173 minSmall Business TaxesThe form of small business you operate determines what taxes you must pay and how you pay them. The following are the five general types...
Sue PittsSep 19, 20171 minEmployer Identification NumberYour Employer Identification Number (EIN) is your federal tax ID. You need it to pay federal taxes, hire employees, open a bank account,...
Sue PittsSep 11, 20172 minVenture School Program is Now Enrolling in IowaIowa City, Iowa – The University of Iowa Venture School Program, a premier statewide program for entrepreneurs developed by the John...
Sue PittsJun 7, 20173 minDecision-Making MistakesHave you ever tried to learn ten new things all at once? If you have, you know that it is very easy to become overwhelmed and end up...
Sue PittsMay 30, 20173 minBuying Business InsuranceFive Tips for Buying Business Insurance Use these steps to assess what types of insurance are best for your business, and how to secure...
Sue PittsApr 20, 20172 minOnline Payment ServiceOnline payment services allow business and consumers to exchange money electronically over the Internet. With an online payment service,...
Sue PittsDec 27, 20162 min10 Steps to Starting a BusinessStarting a business involves planning, making key financial decisions and completing a series of legal activities. These 10 easy steps...
Sue PittsDec 20, 20161 minBefore StartingSo you’ve got what it takes to be an entrepreneur? Now, ask yourself these 20 questions before starting to make sure you’re thinking...
Sue PittsDec 6, 20162 minSuccessful EntrepreneurStarting your own business can be an exciting and rewarding experience. It can offer numerous advantages such as being your own boss,...
Sue PittsAug 30, 20162 minIowa Venture SchoolIowa City, Iowa – The University of Iowa’s John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center would like to announce that the application for our fall...
Sue PittsJul 7, 20161 minBrilliant IdeaAre you a tinkerer working on what you hope will be the next brilliant idea, but don’t have the tools in your garage to build it? Whether...
Sue PittsJun 29, 20161 minAre You a SolopreneurCommonly known as consultants, freelancers and self-employed, independent contractors are individuals who are hired to do a particular...
Sue PittsJun 14, 20161 minMaking Wiser DecisionsAs you manage your business, you will be faced with important decisions that may impact the future of your company. This may seem...
Sue PittsMay 17, 20161 minSBA Loans ExplainedIf you’re planning to start or expand a business, you might need financing help. SBA participates in loan programs for business owners...
Sue PittsDec 6, 20152 min5 Documents to Prepare for a Small Business LoanEntrepreneurs must prepare five main documents before applying for a small business loan. These vary depending on the lender, the...
Sue PittsOct 6, 20152 minCredit Scores for Small Business FinancingWe recently hosted a Lunch & Learn where TS Institute‘s Kyle Osborne discussed the role personal credit scores play in loan and financing...