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Entrepreneurs and small business owners need all the help they can get. When you’re a self-starter, you’re constantly on the go, multitasking and doing all you can to grow your company quickly. Luckily, there are a ton of free small business resources that can help you along the way. That’s where we come in. We scoured the internet for some of the best freebies you can take advantage of. For example, we recommend saving money on Microsoft Office by using its free alternative, LibreOffice, instead. It works just as well as Microsoft’s official programs but costs nothing, so you can put your money towards your small business. Tap or click here for our 10 favorite free apps. We also found a ton of business freebies you can use to grow your company in 2022. We love this website because it’s practically the Valhalla of small business knowledge. It can help you get funding through SGA-backed loans. It also has many programs that help you procure financial and federal contracts. 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This way, you can learn new skills whenever you have free time. No business springs out of thin air. You need to purchase special equipment and assets. But it can be hard to figure out what you need — and how to pay for those assets. Luckily, the SBA has a free guide you can use to help figure out exactly what you need to do. It even has out-of-the-box advice you may not have considered. For example, you can buy government surplus to save money and grow your business in 2022. You’ll also get details on different things that will impact your business taxes, like operating leases vs. capital leases. If you’re still relying on spreadsheets and outdated finance software, you’re setting yourself up for failure. To see the full picture, you need to upgrade to NetSuite by Oracle. Gain visibility and control of your financials, inventory, HR, planning, budgeting and more. 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You can even offer incentives to customers so they’re more likely to review your business. You can also take advantage of free websites, like: Bottom line: When you run a business, every dollar counts. Don’t go wasting your money on things you can get for free instead. Luckily, we’ve found plenty of free small business resources you can start using today. From software to shipping materials to online learning, we rounded up some of the best freebies out there. Tap or click for five freebies you can’t ignore, from shipping materials to logos. Happy saving! More: Get even more know-how in the Komando Community! Here, you can enjoy The Kim Komando Show on your schedule, read Kim’s eBooks for free, ask your tech questions in the Forum — and so much more.
