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Happy Holidays to all the DFW entrepreneurs!

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.

The City of Dallas is interested in working with your small business. Find out what you will need to register with Business Development & Procurement Services for the easiest way to find opportunities to sell your products or services to the City of Dallas.

Is your small business considering bidding on Federal Contracts? Learn what you will need to register and bid on contracts here as well as a where to look for contract opportunities.

Come prepared to the Wednesday Nov 29th Legal and Financial Statements course of the Business Foundation Series. Continue reading this post for basic information about financial statements so that you can come with questions about getting your business on the right legal and financial track.

Local craft fairs and temporary markets are popular during the holiday season. Continue reading for some simple steps to be prepared for your small business' first market, fair or festival.

Find out more information about an upcoming program for Veterans and Service members interested in entrepreneurship.

Small Business Saturday Nov 25th is fast approaching. Is your small business ready? Make sure your business is prepared and getting the word out.

Understand the difference between venture capital and rewards-based, also called donation-based, crowdfunding. Learn where to find more information about crowdfunding here in Dallas and with your Dallas Public Library Card.

There are two models for crowdfunding; donation and equity. The donation models are the ones that most people have heard about, but the JOBS Act of 2012 has made equity or securities crowdfunding more accessible to entrepreneurs.