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 TableofConten
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Confidentiality Agreement............................................................3

ExecutiveSummary.......................................................................5

CompanyDescriptionWorksheet.....................................................6

SWOTAnalysisWorksheet..............................................................8

CompetitiveAnalysisWorksheet...................................................10

Target Market Worksheet...........................................................10

Businesses................................................................................. 11

Product/ServiceDescriptionWorksheet.........................................11

Pricing Worksheet......................................................................13

Place/Access Worksheet..............................................................14

Promotional Mix Worksheet........................................................15

Human Resource Worksheet........................................................17

Technological Requirement Worksheet........................................18

Operations Workflow..................................................................19

Management Systems Worksheet.................................................21

Startup Expenses and Capitalization Worksheet...........................22

Financial Assumptions Worksheet...............................................23

Cash Flow Statement..................................................................24

Profit & Loss Statement..............................................................25

SOURCES OF FUNDS..................................................................26

You’re (Almost) Finished . . ........................................................27

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ExecutiveSummary
(Writeafteryou’ve completedtherestofthebusinessplan.)

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Company Description Worksheet
Spice Bowl
Business Name

“We serve you the heart of our culture, with spice, with smiles and with love.”
Company
Mission
Statement
Cultural Passion; We incorporate the culture cuisine of our island and our neighbouring
Company islands with enthusiasm and appreciation.
Philosop
hy/Value Warmth; Our passionate service, friendly staff and home-like atmosphere ensure you
s experience the warmth and welcoming essence that is characteristic of the Caribbean.

Integrity: We ensure that you get your money’s worth in both meals and experience.

Health; We use organic products from our local suppliers and use wholesome cooking
methods to maximize the health efficacy of our menu.

The Caribbean is home to the most multicultural cuisine in the world and here, every
Company Vision meal is a bonding tradition between various peoples. It’s time we showcase our love as a
people though the love of or food.
Join us at Spice Bowl where we revolutionize food tourism in Trinidad and Tobago by
highlighting various cuisine throughout the Caribbean and adding the spice of life to
everyday meals.

1. Define the Restaurant Menu Design and source ingredients needed

to maintain the diversity of Spice Bowl’s meals.
Goals &
Milestones
2. Form a long term supplier relationship between Spice Bowl and
one local farm.

3. Become a household name within the community of Spice Bowl’s

first location.
Families with low to moderate incomes looking for convenient meals made in a home-
cooked/Sunday lunch style and favour traditional local cuisine.
Target Market

1. The Hott Shoppe

Industry/ 2. Royal Castle

Competito
rs 3. KFC

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 My business will be a Limited Liability Company. This will allow me to protect my
personal assets from business debts and give me more credibility in comparison to sole in
regards to forming partnerships and gaining investors. The complexity of administrative
Legal and legal work would also be beneficial for me as it provides greater experience in
Structure/ handling legal/administrative matters which gives me an advantage when my business
Ownership succeeds and branches out into other Caribbean islands.
I intend for my board of directors to be comprised of my immediate family members and
colleagues of whom worked in the food industry.

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SWOTAnalysisWorksheet SWOT Analysis Worksheet for Spice Bowl
(Caribbean Fast Food Restaurant)
Internal Strengths Weaknesses
 Welcoming  Limited Spacing:
atmosphere: My restaurant will start off as
My restaurant emphasizes a small-scale café which
the warm, homely would limit the seating
atmosphere of Caribbean options available until
culture into its establishment upgrades/expansions are
and services done.

 Variety and Diversity in  Moderate-High Food

Menu: Costs:
The menu of my restaurant The costs of food supplies to
borrows Caribbean cuisine sustain the variety of the
from the West Indies Islands meals may result in moderate
which creates a very diverse to high food prices.
menu of cultural meals.
 Limited Services:
 Unique Brand Image: The restaurant being small-
My brand, Spice Bowl, will be scaled would also reduce the
one of the few restaurants in service supported like
this niche that incorporates delivery or “Drive thru” until
cultural meals from various the size and complexity of
Caribbean islands of the West the restaurant upgrades.
Indies. This makes it
memorable and unique.

External Opportunities Threats

 Cultural Bonding:  Oversaturated Market:
Due to the niche of my The fast-food industry in the
restaurant, other Caribbean Caribbean is very which
nationals in Trinidad and Tobago would reduce my chances of
can experience their homeland exposure of my restaurant.
foods while they are here. This
provides the perfect opportunity
 Intense/established
for cultural exchanges and
Competition:
bonding.
My competitors are established
franchises and restaurants with
 Local Rapport:
more secure employee bases,
The restaurant fills the gap
customer bases and capital.
where local farmers can be
Therefore, I will be significantly
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 contracted to supply the less developed than they are.
restaurant. This provides the
opportunity for establishing  Locations:
relationships and rapport with The location of my restaurant
the local agricultural community would greatly affect my business
in Trinidad. progress. Busier areas in
Trinidad would provide access to
 Employment a larger audience, however,
Opportunities: crime is a large risk factor and
Many members of the public, rent in these areas would also be
especially fresh graduates, are higher. Less busy areas would
unemployed. Similarly, many provide little potential customers
students, parents or even which means little revenue, but
working persons are looking for it may be safe and reasonably
part-time jobs. My restaurant priced.
would be able to supply these
needs, while also gaining a
steady employee base.

Can any of your strengths help with improving your weaknesses or combating your
threats? If so, please describe how below.
Despite the oversaturation of my market, the unique brand image of my restaurant will provide a fresh,
original perspective on food and Caribbean culture. This paves the way for my restaurant to gain a
foothold in an undeveloped, undervalued niche in the food industry. Thus, the effects of oversaturation
on my business can be mitigated.
Similarly, the diverse menu of my restaurant would also provide me with an edge over my competitors,
despite their established names, due to the cultural impact it may have on my audience and potential
customer base. The variety offered by my restaurant will add the “spice” (excitement) to the fast-food
culture in Trinidad and potentially encourage customer to favour my restaurant over my competitors.

Based on the information above, what are your immediate goals/next steps?
The highlight of my restaurant is its Caribbean Cuisine, therefore, my immediate goal would be the
development of the menu to determine which meals would be the most feasible for the beginning
stages of my restaurant as well as the sourcing of food supplies for each meal.

Based on the information above, what are your long-term goals/next steps?
Since a major drawback of my restaurant would be the limited exposure it receives due to the
competitive and oversaturated market, my long-term goal would be to build a brand reputation and
establish my restaurant within its community (the first location that I choose to begin my journey).

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CompetitiveAnalysisWorksheet
For each factor listed in the first column, assess whether you think it’s a strength or a
weakness (S or W) for yourbusiness and for your competitors. Use this information to
explain your competitive advantagesand disadvantages.

Explain why your product or service is better than the others. Also, be sure to describe any
competitive advantages you may have, such as a patent or other unique component to your
business

FACTOR My Business CompetitorA CompetitorB CompetitorC

(KFC) (Subway) (Royal Castle)
Products S S S S

Price W S W S

Service S W S S

Benefits and S W S W
Features

Reliability S S S S

Expertise W S S S

Location W S S S

Advertising S S S W

Brand Image S S S S

My restaurant provides fresh take to the fast-food culture in Trinidad and Tobago by
incorporating Caribbean West Indian culture into fast-food meals while encouraging healthier
food options, diversified meals and opportunities for cultural exchanges. With a warm, homely
atmosphere and the various blends of spice unique to each island, my restaurant stands out as
a cultural piece among locals. It provides opportunities for locals to experience the cuisine of
other Caribbean nations as well as for Caribbean nationals to experience their own homeland
meals while being away from home. The atmosphere of my restaurant will not be that of a
busy, fast-food restaurant. Instead, it emphasizes the “old days,” of the Caribbean, the
togetherness and warmth of a proper home-cooked meal, despite being a restaurant. Not only
does my restaurant, Spice Bowl, fill the gap of local/Caribbean-owned food franchises but it also
paves the way for an entirely new niche where the multicultural effect of Trinidad and Tobago
can be highlighted in our cuisine. Thus, my business establishes a new perspective on food
tourism in the Caribbean.
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Target Market Worksheet

Describe your target market in detail

Target Market Dimension Description
Individuals Age  17-40
(Gen Z, Millennials and
early Gen X)
Sex/Gender  Male
 Female

Income  $6,000 and below

(Low and Lower Middle
Class Incomes)
Occupation  Students
 Fully
Employed/Partially
Employed
Commuting Persons
Education Level  Any

Ethnicity  Any

Location  Busy areas with

frequent commuting
(POS, Chaguanas,
Curepe)
Other: The ideal customer is a
student or worker with a
busy schedule looking for a
hot meal to enjoy on the
go or a hearty meal to
enjoy doing break or after
hours.
Industry  Fast Food Industry;
Businesses
Restaurant

Location  Busy but accessible

areas like Curepe,
POS or Chaguanas
preferably close to a
commuting service.
Size  1500 square feet
(roughly 30 x 45)

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Other:

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Product/Service Description Worksheet
Spice Bowl
BusinessNam
e
In the midst of the vibrant fast-food culture of Trinidad and Tobago, a noticeable gap
exists: “Where are the healthier food options and why do they taste so bland or are so
Problem expensive?
Definition Currently, the fast-food culture of Trinidad and Tobago offers a variety of delicious
comfort food that lacks nutritional value. With the increasing rates of lifestyle diseases
like obesity and diabetes in the Caribbean, there is a need for change.
The fast-food industry must now incorporate:
 Healthier food ingredients and utilize healthy food preparation methods
Solution  Retaining taste while maximizing nutrition
 Ensuring health-conscious food options are affordable

Spice Bowl provides healthy yet delicious meals with a cultural spin! We
Product/ incorporate comfort food, Caribbean cuisine and health-conscious ingredients to create
an affordable menu filled of flavorful food that you can enjoy with guilt-free pleasure.
Service
Description
 Locally sourced and organic ingredients
 Heath-conscious food preparation
Features  Easy accessible restaurant
 Affordable Pricing
 Extremely diverse menu incorporating cultural food and comfort food from
various Caribbean islands and migrant populations
 Warm, comforting ambience that breaks the hustle of daily life
 Offers the opportunity for natives of Trinidad and Tobago, migrants and
nationals of other Caribbean Islands to experience the cuisine of their homeland
Benefits and/or fellow islands at a single location.
 Provides tasty meals with nutritional value for on the go or in-dining customers
 Friendly, warm customer service and ambience to maximize customer
experience.
 Nutrition based and health conscious meals that are affordable for lower income
class individuals
Competitive  Great menu diversity that is affordable
Advantage  High emphasis on customer experience and relationships

 Active Feedback system where customers can rate their experience online or in
person
After Care  Loyalty Program where frequent patrons can receive discounts, perks or special
Services offers via a points system.
 Special Occasion offers such as birthday deals, anniversary sales, graduation
prizes, etc for frequent customers
 Ad features and collaborations for frequent customers
 Small discounts/incentives for customers with bad experiences

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Pricing Worksheet
Variable (Direct Cost)
1. Write down the variable costs you needed to produce your product or deliver your
service. To make this easier, try to do this for an average year or month.
2. Next, add all the costs in the “Cost Per Unit” column. This is your total variable cost per
unit.

Items Cost # of units produced Cost per unit

(e.g., Flour) (e.g., $4,000) (e.g., 1,000) ($4,000/1,000 = $4)

Total Variable Cost Per Unit

Fixed Cost (Indirect Cost)

1. Write down all the fixed [Link] you were calculated your variable costs based on your
monthly production rate, use your monthly fixed costs here.
2. Add all your fixed cost in the “Cost per Unit” column. This is your total fixed cost per unit

Items Cost # of units produced Cost per unit

(e.g.,Rent) (e.g., $1,000) (e.g., 1,000) ($1,000/1,000 = $1)

Total Fixed Cost Per Unit

You can find your total cost per unit by adding your variable cost per unit and your fixed cost
per unit

___________________________ + _______________________________ = __________________________

(Variable cost per unit) (Fixed cost per unit) (Total cost per unit)

Adding A Markup
1. Your markup should allow you to make a reasonable profit. If your Total Cost Per Unit is
more than your current price, your business is losing money.
2. Determine the markup percentage of the Total Cost per unit that you would like to add to
your Total Cost per unit.
3. You can then convert this percentage to a decimal if desired
4. Add your Markup to your Total cost and this will give you the UNIT PRICE for your
product/service

_________________________ x ___________________________ = ___________________________

(Total cost per unit) (Markup %) (Markup)

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 ________________________ + ___________________________ = ____________________________
(Total cost per unit) (Markup) (Price)
Place/Access Worksheet

Items Advantages Disadvantages

 Physical interactions with customers to  Potential crime like burglary and

build customer relationships vandalism.
Physical  Established, visible presence in the  High overhead costs and maintenance
Location community of the location which expenses.
encourages brand recognition and foot  Being placed in a location with
traffic established restaurants may reduce
 Encourages credibility (for those who brand visibility
do not trust online-only services)
which encourages local partnerships
with nearby businesses
 Greater reach to audiences of  Can be subjected to online malicious
geographic locations outside of local attacks such as fake negative reviews,
Online community. hackings and spam
Presence  Greater digital marketing opportunities  Limited physical interactions which
at a lower cost. reduces the opportunity for customer
 Less maintenance expenses and relationships
overhead costs  Less credibility among audiences who
distrust online-only services
 Lower maintenance and overhead  Legal parking locations and obtaining
costs than a physical location. permit may be challenging
Mobile  Physical interactions with customers  Adverse weather conditions can reduce
Service which build customer relationships foot traffic and brand visibility
 Mobility allows the restaurant to move  Mobile fast-food stops is a saturated
to specific events occasion rather than field with established business so brand
being at a fixed location. visibility may be reduced

(not applicable) (not applicable)

Retailer

(not applicable) (not applicable)

Wholesale
r

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Promotional Mix Worksheet

Promotional Mix Particulars Cost

 Primarily social media The cost of software per
Advertising
based with online ads, month to create the ads:
food reviews and  $30 US –Canva
customer experience Premium (Canva
videos without premium is
free)
 $30 US –Adobe
Photoshop/Premiere
Pro/Lightroom Bundle

 Using social media The cost of brand

platform and bran ambassadors:
Sales Promotion ambassadors to  $22 TT/hr for 3hrs at 3
highlight a particular days a week
deal or menu item
 Combine the sales Social Media platforms are
promotion with an free
ongoing event
(example; Summer
Vacation sale)

Personal Selling (not applicable) -

 Brand ambassadors The cost of brand

can do street ambassadors:
interviews and ask  $22 TT/hr for 3hrs at 3
friendly questions such days a week
as, “What your
favourite meal to eat in Social Media platforms are
Trinidad and Tobago or free
Public Relations
in any other country
and why?” Give them a
coupon as a reward
 Social media food
trend where an
ambassador asks an
individual what cultural
dish they wish they
would be eating right
now, then invite them
to Spice Bowl to try the
meal for free (the first
time).
Direct Marketing  Brand ambassadors The cost of brand

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 can give out samples ambassadors:
at various locations  $22 TT/hr for 3hrs at 3
and offer discounts to days a week
persons who are
interested in buying

 Online campaigning via The cost of brand

social media such as ambassadors:
youtube, Instagram  $22 TT/hr for 3hrs at 3
Internet Marketing
and TikTok days a week
 Online food reviews or
food vlogging by brand Social Media platforms are
ambassadors free but ad per month:
 Featuring clips of local  Instagram Ads $4 US
youtubers and online  TikTok Ads $9.16
personalities who  Youtube $10
review our business
(with their permission)

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Human Resource Worksheet

Name& Position Duties Compensation

Biograp
hy
Grace Director  Overseer  Hourly Pay:
Roberts restaurant $35.00
operations  Opportunity to
 Delegate hold stocks
responsibilities  NIS
to managers and  Project
secretary Allowance
 Manage hiring
and training of
employees and
developing
training
programs
 Overseer interior
and exterior
design changes
of the restaurant
Lawrence Director  Overseer  Hourly Pay:
Roberts restaurant $35.00
operations  Opportunity to
 Delegate hold stocks
responsibilities  NIS
to managers and  Project
secretary Allowance
 Manage hiring
and training of
employees and
developing
training
programs
 Overseer interior
and exterior
design changes
of the restaurant
Alissa Head Chef  Managing food  Hourly pay:
Bugeois and ingredient $30.00
inventory  Paid
 Liase with Maternity/Pater
secretary for nity leave
requests to food  Paid sick leave
suppliers  Opportunities
 Updating and for Advanced
managing menu Training
items; creation  Breakfast and
of recipes and Lunch provided
meals  NIS
 Training novice
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 chefs and chef
assistants
Rebecca Secretary  Managing  Hourly Pay:
Stein communication $32.00
between  Breakfast and
partners, Lunch provided
directors,  Paid
suppliers and Maternity/Pater
share holders nity leave
 Scheduling and  Paid sick leave
management of  Opportunities
meetings, public for Advanced
events and legal Training
requirements of  NIS
the restaurant
 Overseeing the
issuing of
statements to
the public by the
restaurant
(notice
statements,
statement of
apologies, etc)
James Brand  Managing/  Hourly Pay:
Roberts Ambassad Posting online $22.00
or content to Spice  Free access to
Bowl social paid content
media page creating
 Hosting In- platforms such
Person and as Adobe and
Online Canva
promotional (including
events personal use)
 Representing  Lunch is
Spice Bowl at provided for
business ambassadors
expeditions and who are
engaging in students
public relations  Option to work
from home for
part time
employees at
$20/hr
 NIS
Advisors:
 Grace Roberts
 Victoria Roberts

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Technological Requirement Worksheet

Cost
Item Items Supplier Reasons
($)
Raw  Grains and  Local Farms Raw $12k
Materials Pulses  Local Poultry materials per
 Beverages Depot should be month
 Spices and  National kept local if
Herbs Flour Mills possible
 Vegetables  Distributors
 Flour and or
Baking Warehouses
Ingredients
 Dairy and Non
Dairy
Ingredients
 Oil, Butter,
Ghee
 Condiments
 Protein
Sources
(meats, fish,
tofu)
Tools  Kitchen Tools Local Appliance Obtaining $25k
and Cooking Store (eg Courts) tools,
Utensils appliances
(bowls, pans, and
knives, machineries
cutting from the
boards, etc) same store
 Cooking would
Appliances provide
(deep fryer, large
stove, oven, discounts
gril)

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  Serving
Utensils
(trays, food
bowls,
platters, etc)

Supplies  Cleaning Pharmacies $5k

Products
 Safety and
Hygiene kits
Machinery &  Point of Sale Local Appliance Obtaining $25k
Equipment System Store (eg Courts) tools,
 Storage Units appliances
(shelves, and
refrigerators, machineries
etc) from the
 Phones same store
would
provide
large
discounts
Furniture &  Lighting Local Appliance Obtaining $30k
Fixtures  Dining Tables Store (eg Courts) tools,
 Chairs appliances
 Artwork and
 Windows machineries
 Shelving from the
 Tablefront same store
 Condiment would
Stations provide
 Reception large
Desk discounts
Leasehold  Cosmetic - - $15k
Improvement changes to
interior and
exterior
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designs

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Operations Workflow

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ManagementSystemsWorksheet

Systems Details
Communication This consists of the Directors, Managers, Public Relations Officer and Brand
Ambassadors who will be responsible for interactions between the restaurant and
that Public, customer base, potential employees, stockholders, partners and
suppliers. This is done through email, call, social media and in person events.

Inventory Control This consists of Directors, Managers, Head Chef and Chefs who will be
responsible for the management of food inventory and raw materials. This
requires an assessment of food materials needed, safety procedures for storing of
food inventory, costs for replenishing inventory and menu design.

Sales and Customer Service This consists of Directors, Managers and Sales Representatives. This is a relay
system where feedback are taken from the customers and post-care service are
provided to help them or reimburse them.

Payment Procedure This consists of the Managers and the Cashiers. Orders are collected via POS
(cash or credit) by cashiers. If there is any inconvenience or errors in the
procedure, or requests of refunds, the manager assigned will be able to rectify the
situation.

Other: -

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Startup Expenses and Capitalization Worksheet
Item Cost Source of Funds
Raw Materials $28,300  Personally Funded

 Directors Donations

 Grants

Supplies $5,000  Personally Funded

Tools $25,000  Grants

 Directors Donations

Machinery & Equipment $25,000 

Furniture & Fixtures $30,000 

Leasehold Improvement $15,000 

Overheads $50,000 

Marketing $3,000 

Licenses $5,000 

Wages/Salaries $73,000 

Reserve for Contingency $50,000 

Other (Please Specify): 

Other (Please Specify): 

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Financial Assumptions Worksheet

Items Assumptions
Sales

Expenses

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Cash Flow Statement
(Please note that the 1st month is the projected month for loan disbursement)
1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th 7th 8th 9th 10th 11th 12th TOTA
CASH RECEIPTS Month Month Month Month Month Month Month Month Month Month Month Month L
Cash Sales
Collection of Accounts
Receivable
Loan Proceeds
Other Cash Receipts
Total Cash Receipts
A

CASH DISBURSEMENTS
Purchase of Materials or Stock
Purchase of Fixed Assets
SELLING EXPENSES
Advertising
Vehicle Expenses and Travel
Frieght/Transport/Overseas
Travel
OFFICE EXPENSES
Rent
Maintenance and Repairs
Telephone
Utilities/T&TEC/WASA
Office
Expenses/Postage/Stationery
GENERAL EXPENSES
Accounting and Legal Fees
Management
Salaries/Stationery
Other Salaries and Wages
Insurance
MISCELLANEOUS
Interest and Bank Charges
Payment on Loans/Mortgages
OTHER

TOTAL Cash Paid Out

B
Cash Surplus or (Deficit)
(A-B)
Opening Cash Balance
C
Closing Cash Balance
D
Note: Line “C” is a carry-forward from “D” in the
Business Name:
Date:

Profit&Loss Statement
Period
Revenue
Gross sales
Less: sales returns
Less: Discounts and Allowances
Net Sales $0.00

Cost of Goods Sold

Goods manufactured: Raw materials -
Goods manufactured: Direct Labor -
Other:
Total Cost of Goods Sold $0.00
Gross Profit (Loss) $0.00
Expenses
Advertising -
Delivery/Freight Expense -
Depriciation -
Insurance -
Interest -
Mileage -
Office Supplies -
Rent/Lease -
Maintenance and Repairs -
Travel -
Utilities/Telephone Expenses -
Wages/Salaries -
Other Expenses -
Total Expenses $0.00
Operating Profit (Loss) $0.00
Interest Income -
Other Income -
Profit (Loss) Before Taxes $0.00
Less: Tax Expense
Net Profit (Loss) $0.00

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SOURCES OF FUNDS

(1) YOUR CONTRIBUTION

Own savings $
Family contribution $

Fixed assets (which you may already own)

1. $
2.
3.
4.
5. $

Raw materials

1. $
2.
3.
4.
5. $

Other sources of funding

1. $
2. $

YOUR TOTAL CONTRIBUTION $

(2) AMOUNT OF LOAN REQUIRED $

(Total Project Cost minus your contribution)

You’re (Almost) Finished . . .

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