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SUMMARY:EmpowHer Series: SBA Funding Options for Women Entrepreneurs
DESCRIPTION:Ladies\, are you looking to start a business\, or expand your current business but need funding? The Small Business Administration works with approved lenders and community development organizations to offer SBA-guaranteed loans to help your businesses start\, grow\, expand and recover. \nThe SBA helps small businesses get funding by setting guidelines for loans and reducing lender risk. These SBA-backed loans make it easier for small businesses to get the funding they need. \nThe benefits of SBA-guaranteed loans include:\n\nCompetitive terms: SBA-guaranteed loans generally have rates and fees that are comparable to non-guaranteed loans.\nUnique benefits: Lower down payments\, flexible overhead requirements\, and no collateral needed for some loans.\nCounseling and education: Some loans come with continued support to help you start and run your business.\n\nWorkshop Topics:\n\nPreparing for a Loan (the 5c’ of credit)\nMicroloans\n7(a) Loan Guarantee\, SBA’s most common loan program\n504 Loans\, long-term\, fixed rate financing of up to $5 million for major fixed assets\nSBA’s online tool\, Lender Match (get matched with lenders)\nSBA Disaster Loan Programs\n\nRegister online or contact Veronica Chavez.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/empowher-series-sba-funding-options-for-women-entrepreneurs/
LOCATION:SBA Lower Rio Grande Valley District Office \, 2422 E. Tyler Ave.\, Suite E\, Harlingen\, TX\, 78550\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminars and Workshops
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SUMMARY:Brownsville Chamber Connect +
DESCRIPTION:Join the Brownsville Chamber of Commerce team on Jan. 9 for Chamber Connect + to learn more about what the chamber can do for you. The hour includes a deeper understanding of how the Brownsville Chamber can elevate your business and a refresher on membership benefits. \nChamber Connect + Covers:\n\nHistory of the Chamber of Commerce in Brownsville:\n\nExplore the rich legacy of the Brownsville Chamber of Commerce\, spanning 86 years\, as a driving force for local businesses.\nUnderstand how the Brownsville Chamber has been instrumental in shaping Brownsville’s economic landscape\, fostering growth and creating a thriving business community.\n\n\nMembership Benefits Overview:\n\nGain insight into the extensive array of exclusive advantages accessible to members\, ranging from networking opportunities and marketing exposure to advocacy efforts.\nLearn about specialized programs tailored to cater to diverse business needs\, including workshops\, seminars and access to valuable resources.\n\n\nMaximizing Your Membership:\n\nDiscover practical strategies for making the most of your chamber membership\, from leveraging networking events to accessing tailored resources for business growth.\nUncover tips on staying actively engaged with the chamber’s initiatives\, committees and events to ensure a continuous flow of benefits and opportunities.\n\n\n\nFor more information\, contact the Brownsville Chamber of Commerce.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/brownsville-chamber-connect-11/
LOCATION:Brownsville Chamber of Commerce\, 1600 University Blvd.\, Brownsville\, TX\, 78520\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminars and Workshops
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SUMMARY:How to Really Start Your Own Business - Let's Talk Business Series
DESCRIPTION:SCORE RGV kicks off the “Let’s Talk Business Series” on Jan. 12 with “How to Really Start Your Own Business\,” a session developed to help participants better understand small business ownership. \nWhile starting a business is an exciting venture\, it can be intimidating and overwhelming without proper planning\, knowledge and execution. \nIf you’re considering starting a small business\, this session will help you understand the process of getting started the confidence to move forward with your idea. \n Session 1 Topics:\n\nMyths and Realities of Entrepreneurship\nDo you have what it takes?\nComponents of Business Ownership\nMaking it Legal\nBusiness Plan Basics\n\nRegister online. \nAbout the Series – Organized by the SBA Lower Rio Grande Valley District Office\nIntroducing the “Let’s Talk Business Series\,” a 12-part program connecting entrepreneurs with federal\, state and local small business resources. Whether you’re a budding entrepreneur or want to grow your business\, this series presents essential business topics\, provides a forum for networking and promotes success in today’s dynamic business environment. Participants may attend one\, two\, six or all sessions.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/how-to-really-start-your-own-business-lets-talk-business-series/
LOCATION:SBA Lower Rio Grande Valley District Office \, 2422 E. Tyler Ave.\, Suite E\, Harlingen\, TX\, 78550\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminars and Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Veronica Z. Ortega%2C SBA":MAILTO:veronica.ortega@sba.gov
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SUMMARY:SBDC Smart Start
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a business idea? Are you interested in starting your own business? Make plans to attend SBDC Smart Start on Jan. 16 in Harlingen. \nThis session will provide information and steps necessary for a smart start\, plus get attendees ready for one-to-one\, business advisement session for ongoing assistance. \nRegister online.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/sbdc-smart-start-2/
LOCATION:Harlingen Economic Development Corporation\, 2424 Boxwood Street\, Ste 125\, Harlingen\, 78550\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminars and Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="UTRGV Small Business Development Center":MAILTO:sbdc@utrgv.edu
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SUMMARY:Friday Informational Session - SBA Assistance to Small Business
DESCRIPTION:Thinking about starting a small business\, but have no idea where to start? Wondering if small business ownership is for you? Starting a business is an exciting proposition but it’s also an incredibly challenging undertaking. \nAre you an existing business and is your business needing to grow? Are you needing working capital to expand? Have you considered business certifications or government contracting? \nJoin the SBA on Jan. 19 for “SBA Assistance to Small Business” to learn about the technical and financial resources available to help start and grow a small business. \nFor more information\, contact Veronica Z. Ortega. \nRegister online.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/friday-informational-session-sba-assistance-to-small-business/
LOCATION:SBA Lower Rio Grande Valley District Office \, 2422 E. Tyler Ave.\, Suite E\, Harlingen\, TX\, 78550\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminars and Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="Veronica Z. Ortega%2C SBA":MAILTO:veronica.ortega@sba.gov
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SUMMARY:SBDC Smart Start
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a business idea? Are you interested in starting your own business? Make plans to attend SBDC Smart Start on Jan. 24 in Mission. \nThis session will provide information and steps necessary for a smart start\, plus get attendees ready for one-to-one\, business advisement session for ongoing assistance. \nRegister online.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/sbdc-smart-start-3/
LOCATION:Mission EDC\, 801 Bryan Road\, Mission\, TX\, 78572\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminars and Workshops
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SUMMARY:Get Ready to File in 2024
DESCRIPTION:On Jan. 25\, “Get Ready to File in 2024” will provide the information small business owners need to get ready to file in 2024. \nSession highlights:\n\nChanges affecting small businesses for 2024 tax season\nOrganizing and checking your records\nListing your tax deductions\nCreating your tax calendar for 2024 for your business\nGathering and checking your tax forms\nPrep with your accountant or tax professional\n\nThis in-person session is presented by CAS CPA\, LLC and hosted by the UTRGV Small Business Development Center in partnership with Hidalgo Economic Development Corporation. \nRegister online.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/get-ready-to-file-in-2024/
LOCATION:Hidalgo Economic Development Corporation\, 900 South Bridge Street\, Hidalgo\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminars and Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240126T090000
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SUMMARY:Credits\, Deductions and Taxes for your Business - Let's Talk Business Series
DESCRIPTION:While starting a business is an exciting venture\, it can be overwhelming and daunting to navigate without proper planning\, understanding and execution. Understanding your tax obligation is one key to business success. Knowing how to avoid tax mistakes is imperative to your business. \n“Credits\, Deductions and Taxes for your Business” on Jan. 26\, presented by U.S. Internal Revenue Service\, will help participants understand credits\, taxes and deductions for their business. \nSession Topics:\n\nFiguring out if your business is subject to the self-employment tax\, income tax or both.\nThe different forms of taxable and nontaxable income that come from money\, property or services.\nWhat you can and can’t deduct as a business expense\nBusiness tax credits for your business\n\nRegister online. \nFor more info\, contact Veronica Z. Ortega. \nAbout the Series – Organized by the SBA Lower Rio Grande Valley District Office\nIntroducing the “Let’s Talk Business Series”\, a 12-part program connecting entrepreneurs with federal\, state\, and local small business resources.  Whether you’re a budding entrepreneur or want to grow your business\, this series presents essential business topics\, provides a forum for networking\, and promotes success in today’s dynamic business environment.  Participants may attend one\, two\, six\, or all sessions.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/credits-deductions-and-taxes-for-your-business-lets-talk-business-series/
LOCATION:SBA Lower Rio Grande Valley District Office \, 2422 E. Tyler Ave.\, Suite E\, Harlingen\, TX\, 78550\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminars and Workshops
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