Learn and plan Getting your business started
How to start a business in 15 steps, plus interactive checklist.
Follow this step-by-step guide to begin turning your idea into reality.
Helpful tools to get you started
Starting a Business Checklist
Plan and launch your business by following these key steps.
SWOT Analysis
Build a top-down view of your business's strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats.
Business Plan Workbook
Begin working on your business plan early to steer your business in the right direction.
Startup Costs Calculator
Break down the numbers and see the figures behind funding your business.
Discover the building blocks to starting a new business
Helpful guides
Tax basics for small business
Learn how to plan for small business taxes from day one to ensure accuracy and reduce the risk of penalties.
Writing a business plan
Make your business idea a reality with our step-by-step guide to writing a successful business plan.
Cash flow management basics for small business
Tips for maintaining a healthy cash flow can help ensure that you have cash available for your needs today and in the long term.
Credit Score basics for small business
A business credit score measures the health of your company by tracking how you manage accounts and helps potential lenders determine a business’s credit worthiness.
Business financing options
Learn the most common financing options available to small businesses and determine which might be right for you.