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8 Key Rules for Starting a Business on a Shoestring

Startup Professionals Musings

Here are some of the key new rules I have learned by starting my own company, investing as an angel in other startups and mentoring many more new entrepreneurs over the last few years: Do incorporate a company, but keep it simple. Trademarks, copyrights and even patents can be completed online by anyone through the U.S.

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The Master Checklist of EVERYTHING You Need to Start a Business

Jason Nazar

If you are inventing or creating a product, understand patents and register for one at the USPTO. Find sources of capital— friends & family, business bank loans , angel investment , venture capital or even crowdfunding ( Crowdfunder , Fundable ). Business Mentors. Recommended. Vet your idea with the idea checklist.