There are a number of websites that provide useful information for starting a business. These sites have resources to help with everything from naming your business to writing a business plan to financing your business. Some of the better sites are:

• Iowa Source Link - The premiere online resource connecting entrepreneurs and small businesses to more than 300 resource providers across Iowa. 
• Iowa Economic Development Authority - IEDA is ready to provide the assistance your startup needs to succeed.
• Entrepreneur - The online magazine has a section just for startups.
• My Own Business - A nonprofit organization providing free online business courses.