Entrepreneur resources.

BUSINESS PLANS

* Bplans.com--Sample business plans from the makers of Business Plan Pro software

* American Express: Creating a Business Plan--Steps to create a successful business plan, homeS. americanexpress.com

* BizPlanit.com--Free online resources. Tips on common mistakes to avoid.

* Small Business Administration Online--Business plan assistance that includes tips, questions and worksheets, sba.gov

* Indiana Venture Center--Accelerating growth in Indiana companies. Business plan reviews and assistance, indianaventurecenter.org

LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS

* Nolo.com: Self Help Law Center--Legal information about all aspects of startups and small-business development

STARTUP FINANCING

* BusinessFinance.com--Links to a variety of capital sources

* Small Business Information: Financing Your Business--Understanding all capital financing for your small business, sbinformation. about.com

* Small Business Innovation Research Program--Government grants available to...