Hello, I'd like to get a small business loan to open a shoe store, I do not know how to get this proposal started. Would you please give me some ideas or a good business plan? Also, I was thinking if it would be a good idea to start of the shoe store in a flea market or something like that? What would be the best thing to do? I live in a town that hardly has anything (stores) and think it would be a good idea to start this up. Thanks, R-----------

Raquel, here is link to the small business administration. It is a good way to get started. They have a step by step process. You can also check into loans. You might qualify for a minority loan, because you are a woman. Also, check out the links on the site for mentors. They are retired business people who donate their time to help new business owners with their start-ups. They can guide you further.

SBA (http://www.sba.gov/smallbusinessplanner/index.html)