How can I set up a business in West Midlands?

If you want to set up a business in West Midlands your first task should be to organize your thoughts and goals on paper. The common way to do this is to make a business plan, which is recommended since it is the way that you can show other people your ideas and get help from investors or other financial sponsors. You can also apply for government funding for new business costs once you have a business plan and budget made, as these are parts of the required application paperwork. If you need help when starting your business you may contact us at UKStartups.org, 020 3880 8554. You can also fill out the form on our website.

There are hundreds of government funding schemes available for small business owners in the UK. In fact, our Funding Database currently has over 600 government funding schemes and over 500 private investors available for small business owners and startup entrepreneurs. What are you doing to take advantage of this? Become a member and start your search.

Take advantage of the Small Business Startup Assessment Tool below and see the tools and resources you need to succeed at starting your small business. It just takes 30 seconds and will also tell you if there may be any funding assistance available.

Be sure to look at the hundreds of daily questions and answers we have from entrepreneurs like you who want to learn more about starting a business, creating a business plan, searching for funding. Our small business experts take the time to answer each and every single question, so if you have something on your mind – we can help!

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