SBA: Tutorial, How to Write a Business Plan
http://app1.sba.gov/training/sbabp/index.htm

Self-paced PowerPoint showing the essential steps involved in writing a business plan

SBA: tutorial, Introduction to Accounting
http://www.sba.gov/content/online-courses-financing-your-business

Self-paced PowerPoint tutorial detailing the essentials of accounting and setting up an accounting system for your business

Business Entity Search
http://www.dleg.state.mi.us/bcs_corp/sr_corp.asp

This is a screening device to help search for name availability, however, final determination of whether a name is available for use is made during the review process when a document is submitted for filing. Note: For business operating as a sole proprietorship or partnership in Michigan, please check for name availability with the County Clerk in the township in which you intend to register. For further information on choosing a business structure contact the MI-SBTDC (231.922.3782) or SCORE (888) 796-4913

SBA: Business Structure and Tax Implications
http://www.sba.gov/content/business-structure-and-tax-implications

When starting a business, you must decide what form of business entity to establish. Your form of business (for example, sole proprietorship, partnership, limited liability corporation) determines which income tax return form you have to file.

SBA: Business Structure Types
http://www.sba.gov/category/navigation-structure/starting-managing-business/starting-business/establishing-business/business-types

One of the first decisions you