Samples of actual business plans for almost every type of business.

Articles and SWOT reports from respected peer-reviewed, business related journals.

Full articles about computers, telecommunications, electronics and the internet from technical journals and consumer magazines.

This searchable database for grant seekers and fundraisers provides details, contact information and histories of giving for grantmaking organizations and listings of available grants.

Full articles from many Kansas City and regional newspapers.

The premier source for Kansas City business articles. Full issues available online.

Flip through full-page images of The Kansas City Star.

Customizable legal documents with step-by-step guidance.

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Lynda.com helps anyone learn software, technology, creative and business skills to achieve their personal and professional goals. Find in-depth online courses on techie topics alongside business, marketing and software. Learn at your own pace in your own place.

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Research public and private company data plus access residential, consumer and demographic information.

Key business ratios for public and private companies in 800 lines of businesses plus 30 key business ratios online.

Find detailed financial data, reports, histories and news for U.S. and international companies. 

Explore stocks, funds and analyst opinions with Morningstar. Read detailed financial information, portfolio analysis and news.

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Directory of businesses and residences in the U.S. and Canada. Create lists of businesses and households that meet specific criteria for business development.

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Business publications from throughout the U.S.

Handy stock reports, company reports, industry surveys and fund reports along with many S&P newsletters and reports.

Up-to-date information related to starting and growing a business along with operations, management and sales.

Value Line provides stock reports, mutual fund reports and investment information. The popular Value Line Investment Surveys contain ratings for timeliness, safety and financial strength for many stocks. Industry reports are updated frequently.

Updated daily, read articles from the world's leading financial newspaper online.