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One-Time Start-Up Costs |
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Purchase price or downpayment if buying a business |
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Office furniture |
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Computer hardware and software |
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Setup, installation and consulting fees |
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Business cards and stationery |
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Decorating and remodeling |
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Fixtures, counters, equipment & Installation |
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Starting inventory, raw materials, tools, etc. |
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Deposits with public utilities |
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Legal and other professional fees |
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Business licenses and permits |
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Advertising and promotion for opening |
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Signage |
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Rent & security deposit (often equals 3 months rent) |
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Operating Cash |
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Other |
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Ongoing Monthly Expenses |
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Salary of owner-manager (amount you need to pay yourself) |
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All other salaries, wages, & commissions |
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Payroll taxes or self-employment tax |
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Rent |
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Equipment lease payments |
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Advertising (print, broadcast and Internet) |
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Postage & shipping costs |
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Supplies (inks, toners, labels, paper goods, etc.) |
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Telephone |
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Utilities |
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Internet connection |
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Website hosting and maintenance |
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General business insurance |
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Business vehicle insurance |
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Health insurance |
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Interest & principal on loans & credit cards |
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Inventory, raw materials, parts |
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Legal and other professional fees |
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Franchise fee |
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Miscellaneous |
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Calculate Total Start-up Funds |
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Estimate the number of months needed to find customers and get established |
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