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Resources
The information provided should not be
construed either directly or indirectly as an endorsement or promotion of
any products, services, activities or policies of any of the organizations. Please follow the links below for more information on these
organizations and the resources they offer.
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U.S.
Department of Labor
Visit our website to learn why saving for retirement matters to
all Americans and how small business owners can help their workers
and themselves build a secure financial future while improving
their business. The Department of Labor runs a national education
campaign that encourages retirement savings, particularly through
employer-sponsored pension plans.
U.S.
Small Business Administration (SBA)
SBA's mission is to help you start, run and grow your business.
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American
Savings Education Council—Small Biz Retirement Quiz
A brief true/false quiz for small business owners to test basic knowledge
on costs and cosponsorship of a 401(k) retirement plan.
Bureau
of Economic Analysis (BEA)—Part of the U.S. Department of Commerce's
Economics and Statistics Administration
The site has information on national, international and regional economic
data and articles. The mission of BEA is to produce and disseminate
accurate, timely, relevant and cost-effective economic statistics that
provide government, businesses, households and individuals with a
comprehensive, up-to-date picture of economic activity.
Bureau
of Labor Statistics (BLS)—Part of the U.S. Department of Labor
The site has statistics and information on areas of employment and
unemployment, prices and living conditions, compensation and living
conditions, productivity and technology, employment projections,
international programs and more.
Employee
Benefit Research Institute (EBRI)—Small Employer Retirement Survey
The survey explores the reasons why some small employers do not offer a
retirement plan and what changes would lead them to do so. Among small
employers that do offer a retirement plan, the survey explores the types
of plans they offer and their motivations in offering these plans. The
findings are presented in a special report devoted to small business
issues.
Government
Information Xchange (GIX)—Search Engine with Links to Federal Government
Information Sources
GIX specializes in direct linking and searching the Internet to locate
information that has been posted by and for government agencies. A related
program, the Federal Information Center (FIC), specializes in direct
telephone assistance to callers who are trying to locate information in
any format on federal agencies, programs and services.
Library
of Congress—Business Reference Services
A starting point for conducting research in the areas of business and
economics. Supported by a reference collection of over 20,000 volumes, a
network of CD-ROM services and the Adams Building Computer Catalog Center,
reference specialists in specific subject areas of business assist the
patron in formulating search strategies and gaining access to the
information and materials contained in the library's rich collections.
Simplified
Tax and Wage Reporting System (STAWRS)
The site provides information for business owners on federal wage
reporting and tax withholding requirements. Included are the requirements
related to hiring employees, periodic reporting requirements, downloadable
forms and publications, electronic services and links to other helpful
websites.
U.S.
Business Advisor—Access to Federal Government Information and Services
The U.S. Business Advisor was created by the Small Business Administration
(SBA), the National Partnership for Reinventing Government (NPR) and the
U.S. Business Advisor interagency task force. The site includes sections
on business development, financial assistance, taxes, laws and
regulations, workplace issues and more.
U.S.
Census Bureau—1997 Economic Census
The Economic Census profiles the U.S. economy every five years. The census
covers nearly all of the U.S. economy in its basic collection of
establishment statistics. There also are several related programs,
including statistics on minority- and women-owned businesses.
U.S.
Department of Labor—Small Business Retirement Savings Advisor
The Advisor will guide you through a series of questions to help you
determine the best retirement plan for your business. This interactive
tool gives you a comprehensive look at features and advantages of various
pension plans. The Advisor was developed by the Department of Labor's
Pension and Welfare Benefits Administration. For additional information on
starting a retirement savings plan, call 1-800-998-7542 for our free
brochures.
U.S.
Small Business Administration - Online Library Reading Room
Visit the SBA Online Library Reading Room for links to informative
reports, statistics and studies.
U.S.
Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) - Small Business Information
Section
The primary mission of the SEC is to protect investors and maintain the
integrity of the securities markets. This section provides an
informational Q&A guide to help small businesses understand how to
raise capital and comply with the federal securities laws. Also provided
are small business forms and regulations.
White
House - Economic Statistics Briefing Room -Employment, Unemployment and
Earnings Information
The purpose of this service is to provide easy access to current federal
economic indicators. It provides links to information produced by a number
of federal agencies. All of the information included in the Economic
Statistics Briefing Room is maintained and updated by the statistical
units of the relevant agencies. All the estimates for the indicators
presented are the most current values available.
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