Tag - starting a small business

South Dallas/Fair Park Opportunity Fund

Announcement As of August 1, 2024, the Small Business Center Incentives Programs will be transitioned to the City of Dallas Economic Development Department. Please contact Economic Development for current and future inquiries. City of Dallas Economic Development https://www.dallasecodev.org/ Incentives Overview https://www.dallasecodev.org/599/Incentives Incentives Inquiry Tool https://dallasecodev-economicdevelopment.app.transform.civicplus.com/forms/31186 City of Dallas Departments and Offices https://dallascityhall.com/departments/Pages/default.aspx **Note: Applicants must meet...

January 21, 2022By Advancing Entrepreneurship, Business Growth, Entrepreneurs in Action, , , , , , , , , Read more...

Minority/Women Business Enterprise

It is the policy of the City of Dallas to involve certified Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprises (M/WBEs) to the greatest extent feasible on the City's construction, general services, and professional services contracts. It is the policy of the City of Dallas to encourage the growth and development of M/WBEs...

January 21, 2022By Business Inclusion & Development, Women and Business, , , , , , , Read more...

The Basics to Starting a Business: Where to Begin

Is there a simple step-by-step guide for starting a small business? Continue reading to learn about some ways to find the right steps you need to take depending on your small business.

December 18, 2021By Business Growth, Business Planning, Entrepreneurial Ecosystem, Multicultural Entrepreneurs, Second Stage Business, Startup, Women and Business, , , , , , , , Read more...

2021 Winter Disaster Assistance

Individual Assistance/FEMA

• President Biden signed the Major Disaster Declaration for Dallas County over the weekend which opens up Individual Assistance for everyone in Dallas County • As a result, FEMA can provide assistance to individuals and families for items not covered by insurance for homeowners and renters • The first...

February 25, 2021By Advancing Entrepreneurship, Business Growth, Business Planning, Entrepreneurial Ecosystem, Entrepreneurs in Action, Funding and Finances, Innovation-Led, Main Street Business, Microenterprises, Multicultural Entrepreneurs, Second Stage Business, Shop Local, Startup, Women and Business, , , , , Read more...

What’s in a name?

What’s in a name? When it comes to naming your business, the better question might be “what’s not in the name?” After all, the company we know as Apple is Apple. Not Apple Computers. Not Steve Jobs’ Apple. Microsoft? Again, just Microsoft: not Bill Gates’ Microsoft. Many other companies follow...

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Your Business, Your Responsibility?

You decide to start your own small business. You’ve done the necessary research, and answered these fundamental questions: What to name your business? What products or services will you offer? Who are your customers? Who are your competitors? Will the business be a sole proprietorship? You even created a business...

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Business Structure Basics

There are various business structures to choose from, and before selecting a business structure, entrepreneurs should consult an attorney and accountant in order do understand the distinctions between the structures in regards to tax, liability, management, continuity, transferability of ownership interests, and operations.

May 1, 2017By Uncategorized, , , , , , , , , , , , Read more...

It’s Time for Your Business Plan

Are you serious about that startup idea? Take the next step by creating your business planning one step at a time. A well researched business plan will be your best tool to starting off on a strong business foundation.

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