How-to Guides

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Start a Business Guide

Find the steps, tips and resources you need to start a business in Iowa.

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Fund a Business Guide

Ready for funding? Find out how to get business loans, grants and equity funding.

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Grow a Business Guide

If you are wanting to expand your business offerings, make sure to read this first!

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Exit a Business Guide

Discover 13 different strategies others have used to exit their business.

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Start an Online Business Guide

Find the steps to get started!

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Expand a Business to Iowa Guide

Are you wanting to expand your business operations to Iowa or hire an employee here?

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Start a Nonprofit Guide

Organize your nonprofit in a few short steps.

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Start a Daycare Guide

Use this guide to learn how to start your in-home or daycare center!

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Start a Food Truck Guide

Take your cooking skills on the road!