Funding a small business or a start-up can be a daunting task. Rumors abound about free government money to start a business as well as misunderstandings about how the Small Business Administration works.
The links below contain reliable information about loans, venture capital, and other sources of equity for businesses:
In addition, the IRS also publishes the "Dirty Dozen" list that may be of interest to business consumers. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) also publishes "Ads for Business Opportunities: How To Detect Deception" that may help those looking for at-home business opportunities. The FTC has a a section of its web site dedicated to information about franchise opportunities, and a mock web site to demonstrate a fake business opportunity.