The Business Setup Checklist & Basics of Small Business Lending

📅 6/23/2026 12:00am
📍 Virtual

✨ Why this matters:
Setting up your business correctly and understanding how lenders evaluate applications can help you avoid costly mistakes and prepare for growth. This workshop will help you gain clarity on the legal, financial, and lending basics you need to move forward with confidence.

🎯 In this session, you’ll learn how to:

• Choose the right business structure and understand key legal setup steps
• Register your business and set up essentials like an EIN, bank account, and bookkeeping system
• Understand what lenders look for, including credit, financials, business plans, and cash flow
• Identify practical steps to improve your chances of loan approval and build confidence when approaching lenders

👥 Who this is perfect for:
Entrepreneurs, small business owners, and early-stage business owners who want to set up their company correctly and prepare for future funding. This session is especially helpful for anyone launching a business, organizing their finances, or getting ready to apply for a small business loan.

🚀 Why attend:
Walk away with practical tools, expert guidance, and real-world strategies you can apply immediately. You’ll leave with a clearer checklist for business setup, a better understanding of lender expectations, and next steps to protect your business and grow your business.

🏢 About SCORE Chicago:
SCORE Chicago supports entrepreneurs and small business owners through mentoring, business education, and expert-led workshops designed to help people start, manage, and grow their business.

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