Small Business Development
Michigan Small Business & Technology Development Center
Located at Lansing Community College, this is one of 12 offices statewide which provide services and support to the Michigan small business community. Prospective and existing business owners in Ingham, Eaton, Clinton, Ionia, Livingston, and Shiawassee counties can refer to the Center for counseling, training and research assistance.
Forms for Starting a Business in Michigan
Business Start-up forms are available for download and are organized by agency, form number and category. Adobe Reader is required to view these documents and is available for free download on the website.
Small Business Administration 2009 Recovery Act
Click here for details and frequently asked questions about the Obama Administration’s assistance for small businesses.
The U.S. Small Business Association provides this guide to developing your business plan including an step-by-step explanation of a good business plan, an online workshop, strategies for specializing and maximizing your plan.
“The Alacra Wiki is a guide to business information companies, publishers and databases. Anyone can contribute, but you must create an account in order to do so. Marketing materials, product reviews, product announcements and executive bios are all welcome.” This site may help entrepreneurs research industries.
