Your City, Your Future--An In-Depth Conversation Around Financial Literacy, Access to Capital, and Taxes

<p>The <b>Hispanic Association of Small Business</b> and <b>Small Business Majority</b> invite you to join us for an interactive workshop about economic development in Perris. </p>

<p>Perris is evolving, and as more economic development is foreseeable, what does this mean for local small businesses? This workshop, followed by a roundtable with experts from various industries, will consider some of the topics of high importance to entrepreneurs and small business owners. Specific topics include: </p>

<p><u><b>Financial Literacy</b></u></p>

<ul><li>How to plan for the future</li><li>An in-depth look at retirement plans</li><li>Succession planning for small business- why it&#39;s important &amp; where to begin</li></ul>

<p><u><b>Access to Capital</b></u></p>

<ul><li>An overview of alternative lending options including microloans, SBA&#39;s loan guarantee program and reputable online lenders</li><li>Key questions to consider when seeking funding</li><li>Tips to help determine the best option for your small business</li><li>Helpful tools and local resources</li></ul>

<p><u><b>Taxes</b></u></p>

<ul><li>The property tax system and how tax loopholes often benefit large businesses over small businesses</li><li>How the property tax loophole has created a shift to local taxes and how this impacts funding for public and community needs such as local fire and police departments</li></ul>

<p>For more information contact Xiomara Peña, (818) 470-0377 or <a href="mailto:[email protected]&quot; target="_blank">[email protected] </a></p>