Harold L. Drimmer Library Research Guides: Business Plan Research: Sample Plans & Guides

Sampler Business Plans

bplans.com
Over 500 free example business plans
SBDCnet Small Business Snapshots
Free market research reports cover industry trends, market statistics, customer demographics, recent business articles, and links to industry trade associations.
Business Owner's Toolkit (CCH)
Information to help with incorporation options and choose the right business type.
Business Plan Building (Inc.com)
Helpful short article on why you should do it.
Business Plan Preparation: Tools for Writing Your Business Plan
From the University of Colorado Graduate Business School.
Business Plans (Entrepreneur)
A step-by-step guide
businessplans.com
excellent tools, including samples and templates
morebusiness.com - another great collection of tips and samples

Business Plans Handbook
Summary: Actual business plans compiled by, and aimed at, entrepreneurs seeking funding for small businesses. Presents sample plans taken from businesses in the manufacturing, retail and service industries which serve as examples of how to approach, structure and compose business plans.