23.4% of new businesses started in 2013 were owned by people aged 55-64. We Baby Boomers are not fading quietly into sunset. We still have goals to meet and options to explore. Life continues to be an adventure. Despite a can-do attitude, there are worries and pitfalls attached to launching a new business. An article in the Wall Street Journal, “Where Older Entrepreneurs Can Find Help” by Anne Tergesen offers solid advice and some good resources.
Check it out at http://online.wsj.com/articles/where-older-entrepreneurs-can-find-help-1404001078.
The article addresses the following points:
- Safe guarding retirement nest eggs
- Market-testing
- Financing options, including online options
- Small Business Development Centers
This article is a good resource if you are thinking of starting a small business or are in the midst of a venture.
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