Reference Tools

General:

Kirstein Business Library
US Census
DataPlace – on market segmentation
LoopNet – for trends in commercial rents

Market Info for Union Square:

Union Square Profile from the City of Somerville
Contact USMS for the latest Claritas and other market info

Launching and Running Your Business

Union Square Main Streets can provide you with one-on-one assistance to starting your business in Union Square. From finding the right location to understanding the local market, from introductions to the neighbors to plugging into all the opportunities of Somerville, your success is our success.

Training Programs & General Assistance

Women in Enterprise – open to all entrepreneurs
Xconomy Calendar – for Technology businesses
TechVenue – business and economy events
Interise – for established businesses seeking to grow
Small Business Administration, Boston Office – for all small businesses
SCORE – Retired Executives provide one-on-one mentoring
Kirstein Business Library – branch of the Boston Public Library focused on the needs of businesses

On-line Resources:

Financing:

Eastern Bank – #1 small business lender in Massachusetts
Small Business Adminstration
Accion USA – microlending
Prosper - peer lending program
Kickstarter – for smaller creative projects
Community Supported Start-Ups

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