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I have 8 years before I can retire, I really would like to start a business maybe franchising, is there VA business loans available for me while I'm serving my enlistment ?

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Juve Aguirre Pooler, GA

I also forgot to mention that I am not alone, my wife would be able to assist me with the start up or franchise opportunity

24 May 2017 3 replies Mentoring

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NANCY MOREHOUSE Lake Forest, IL

you can work through the franchisor to get financing options and discounts also -- and I know several of the third party financing have veteran discounts

good luck it is a good way to go but any business will take time and more energy than you think ' make sure that you set clear boundaries so your home life and business life do not become one

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Laurie Artis Hyattsville, MD

The VA has been chatting with SBA on the possibility of the GI Bill being used for establishing a business. Be sure to share your interest to help with moving the needle. Go for it!

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John Green Cary, NC

The very first step is to write a business plan :

https://www.score.org/business-plan-resources

Money is plentiful for people who have a well written vetted plan.

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