Small Business Boomers

Over the next few days, I’ll be providing information on getting a loan for your small business – you know, the one you want to start after you “retire.”
First,  the Small Business Administration has two new online courses (really just PowerPoints) that provide information about the types of loans available and how to package a loan.
The Guide to the SBA Small Business Loan Programs gives you information on the types of loans available from the SBA, including their basic 7(a) loan, specialized loans (for women, minorities, veterans, etc.), and Micro-loans (small loans under $35,000).
Next, how to package a loan request….

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The situation I talked about yesterday, with the travel agent who got mad because the doctor didn’t use her agency to book a trip, has another twist to it.  The patient was 20 minutes late for her appointment.  And she was typically at least 15 minutes late for every appointment.  I told the doctor she should have been “fired.” (I realize health care providers have a little different situation, since they can be sued for abandonment if they just stop treating a patient.)
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