Improve your chances of growth and success by covering these bases in your financial plan.

If you are building a startup long enough, someone will ask for your business plan. Sometimes it is an investor. Sometimes it is a bank. Sometimes it is just you, staring at a blank Google Doc at 11 p ...

In 2026, a business plan is no longer a 40-page document built to impress bankers. It is a thinking tool. One that helps founders clarify strategy, test assumptions, and communicate clearly with ...

The New York State Bar Association (NYSBA) has announced the release of an updated version of its vital business planning guidebook for lawyers. Titled “The Planning Ahead Guide: How to Establish an ...

Think a business plan is just paperwork? Think again. It’s essential for making a success of a venture. 70% of businesses that survive beyond 5 years follow a strategic plan. Aspiring entrepreneurs ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Aytekin Tank is the founder and CEO of Jotform. Virgin Group founder Richard Branson once said, “If your pitch can’t fit on a beer ...

Social media is rife with so-called financial planners offering free advice that may not fit everyone. But in real life, financial planners are professionals with the know-how to match specific ...

From raising money to attracting employees, here are five ways to make sure your plan gets you what you need. How to use your business plan to raise money How to use your business plan to attract ...

In an article aimed at providing assistance to those starting out in business continuity, CMAC overviews the basics of business continuity and offers a useful framework for writing your first business ...