There are many free or low-cost resources available to assist in writing a business plan. Many guides and templates are available online or through the local library.
Those in the Pittsburgh area may consult with Duquesne University Small Business Center at www.duq.edu/sbdc or (412) 396-6233, e-mail at duqsbdc@duq.edu.
For more information on the Northeast Veterans Business Resource Center, Inc. visit www.nevbrc.org, (617) 938-3933 or info@NEVBRC.org.
Entrepreneurs may also consult local SCORE offices www.score.org and the U.S. Small Business Administration www.sba.gov for more information.