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Since 1990, the value of annual business development incentives provided by state and local governments across the U.S. has tripled to about $50 billion. Economic development incentives include cash grants/loans,…

As a small enterprise with limited resources, you may not always be able to afford heavy investments in video production and marketing. However, if you only have enough resources for…

Tax preparation can be hectic, costly, time-consuming, and usually requires expertise. If you are a low-income individual in Ventura County, there are volunteer organizations that can help you file your…

Whether it’s for the pursuit of financial independence or self-actualization, there’s been a phenomenal growth in the number of women entrepreneurs nationwide, including in Ventura County, CA. Many female-owned businesses…

Research shows that roughly 90% of startups never succeed, with about 21.5% of new businesses not making it past the first year. If you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, you want your…

Typically, small businesses face challenges in areas such as finances, growth, and cash flow. These challenges greatly hinder business development, causing most small businesses to collapse within the first five…

According to the Small Business Trends (SBT), only 2% of customers purchase at the first point of contact. In other words, if you don’t follow up on your sales leads,…

Starting a business in Ventura County takes plenty of determination and capital. For enterprises that require office space, equipment and staff, chances are they will also need to pay for…

Thanks to the dynamic start-up community and a conducive entrepreneurial ecosystem, Ventura County is now among the most strategically located counties in the U.S. to start a business. Some of…