Owning a business is both exciting and intimidating.
You have lots of support. Browse these tools and find resources to help you make decisions on starting or growing your enterprise. Your SCORE mentor can assist in putting your ideas into action.
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Information for SCORE Twin Cities Clients
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Free SMALL Business Legal Advice with SCORE Twin Cities
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To help you better understand government contracts, we asked contracting experts and business leaders for their best advice.
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