Business Resources
It All Begins Here
1. U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)
The main hub for small business support—loans, grants, compliance guidance, and step-by-step business setup help. Great for both startups and scaling businesses.
Link:
https://www.sba.gov/
2. SBA Lender Match
Helps businesses find lenders for funding within 48 hours. Ideal for clients looking for capital to grow or stabilize operations.
Link:
https://www.sba.gov/funding-programs/loans/lender-match
3. IRS Small Business Tax Guide
Official tax guidance covering deductions, filing requirements, and compliance. A must-have resource for financial audits and tax readiness.
Link:
https://www.irs.gov/businesses/small-businesses-self-employed
4. SCORE (Free Business Mentorship)
Provides free access to experienced business mentors, plus templates and workshops. Strong support for strategy and decision-making.
5. Grants.gov
The official database for federal grant opportunities. Useful for businesses seeking non-repayable funding (especially niche industries).
6. USA.gov Business Resources
A centralized government resource for licenses, permits, compliance, and legal requirements by state.
Link:
https://www.usa.gov/business
7. Small Business Development Centers (SBDC)
Local, government-funded centers offering free consulting, financial analysis, and operational support.
Link:
https://americassbdc.org/
8. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS)
Provides real data on wages, industries, and market trends—useful for pricing strategy, hiring decisions, and market analysis.
Link:
https://www.bls.gov/
9. Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) – Business Finance Tools
Offers financial education tools and guidance on loans, credit, and financial protection—helpful for business owners managing debt or funding.
Link:
https://www.consumerfinance.gov/
10. SEC EDGAR Database
Access financial filings of major companies. Great for benchmarking, competitive analysis, and understanding financial structures.
Business Banking Tools
It All Begins Here
1. U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)
The main hub for small business support—loans, grants, compliance guidance, and step-by-step business setup help. Great for both startups and scaling businesses.
Link:
https://www.sba.gov/
2. SBA Lender Match
Helps businesses find lenders for funding within 48 hours. Ideal for clients looking for capital to grow or stabilize operations.
Link:
https://www.sba.gov/funding-programs/loans/lender-match
3. IRS Small Business Tax Guide
Official tax guidance covering deductions, filing requirements, and compliance. A must-have resource for financial audits and tax readiness.
Link:
https://www.irs.gov/businesses/small-businesses-self-employed
4. SCORE (Free Business Mentorship)
Provides free access to experienced business mentors, plus templates and workshops. Strong support for strategy and decision-making.
5. Grants.gov
The official database for federal grant opportunities. Useful for businesses seeking non-repayable funding (especially niche industries).
6. USA.gov Business Resources
A centralized government resource for licenses, permits, compliance, and legal requirements by state.
Link:
https://www.usa.gov/business
7. Small Business Development Centers (SBDC)
Local, government-funded centers offering free consulting, financial analysis, and operational support.
Link:
https://americassbdc.org/
8. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS)
Provides real data on wages, industries, and market trends—useful for pricing strategy, hiring decisions, and market analysis.
Link:
https://www.bls.gov/
9. Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) – Business Finance Tools
Offers financial education tools and guidance on loans, credit, and financial protection—helpful for business owners managing debt or funding.
Link:
https://www.consumerfinance.gov/
10. SEC EDGAR Database
Access financial filings of major companies. Great for benchmarking, competitive analysis, and understanding financial structures.
Performance Tools
The Business Plan Template by Adore Advisors provides a structured foundation for building a clear, well-organized business plan.
Designed for simplicity and precision, it guides business owners through defining their model, outlining strategy, and establishing a strong operational and financial framework.
Ideal for both new and growing businesses, this template brings clarity to direction, decision-making, and long-term growth.
The Business Audit Checklist by Adore Advisors is designed for business owners seeking clarity, structure, and stronger performance across their operations.
This checklist includes operations, financial tracking, pricing, systems, and overall efficiency. It is built to help identify gaps, uncover inefficiencies, and highlight opportunities for improvement that often go unnoticed.