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Location, Location For Small Businesses

By Linda J Baldridge
©2005-2011 Linda J Baldridge-BIZ USA INC.














BIZ USA Online provides small business resource guide for new entrepreneurs and a business directory for business websites, business owners.
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Now that you have decided to start a business, it is time to take the next big step – where to locate your new business. Finding the perfect location has many factors. By being prepared, the whole process will seem faster and easier. To help our viewers, we have compiled the following list of important tips to consider when choosing a location for your new business.

Having a Plan
Before beginning your search for the perfect location, make a list of what do's and don'ts. Be sure to take into account not only what you like personally, but any requirements the new business may have. Put together a Start-Up Worksheet budget plan early so you know exactly how much you can afford to pay in rent.

Visibility Factor
One of the most important location factors for a new business is visibility. You may choose a great building on a popular street, but having sign too small or your business is hidden behind other buildings, you may lose potential customers. Your location should be highly visible from a main street, that provides you the option to have a large, prominent sign for your new business.

Targeting your Market
Targeting consumers nearby will always be helpful to your business. For example, if your new business sells expresso coffee, being near a business commerce center or popular residential area will be very beneficial. Determine your targeting market in advance, researching what, who, would be in constant demand of what your selling.

Drive by Traffic
Having your new business on a busy street will help your business. Research for data on the amount of drive by and foot traffic there is, how fast the traffic is actually moving. If the speed limit is high and there are no traffic lights very close, will your potential customers drive right by your new business.

Ease of access for Employees
When looking at locations always consider “Can employees access the location easily?” If employees will have to commute from long distances to work then you may miss out on highly qualified employees, also is there a large and dependable employee market nearby.

New Business Requirements
Be sure to research the requirements, restrictions, and recommendations of a business the city limits for the location of your new business. State and city departments want you to succeed and will usually offer you quality advice on what sort of location works well for your business. They may also have certain size requirements or legal restrictions that you have to follow.

Competition Range
Competition in a lucrative economy is a very important factor. If you are confident that your new business will sell anywhere, you may want to chance being near a little competition, or you may find an area that no other businesses offer the same services.

Getting Help
Having a commercial real estate agent, to help you look for a potential site location, will be of great value, it will save you time and money. They will be able to help you identify prime locations, and will even help with lease negotiations.