SBA: market research and competitive analysis
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Research customers and competitors while planning an Oregon business.
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Source: Plan your business - Small Business Administration · https://www.sba.gov/business-guide/plan-your-business/market-research-competitive-analysis
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What this source covers
Research customers and competitors while planning an Oregon business.
How to use it
Describe the customer, product, location and competition. Separate one-time startup costs, recurring expenses and cash-flow estimates. Record assumptions and ask an adviser to review them; a projection is not promised income.
Limits and questions to verify
Source navigation and preparation only. Confirm current instructions, applicability, fees, service areas, availability and required supporting material with the responsible office. No eligibility, consent, filing or approval is determined here.
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