I have never started my own business, but I lend money to people who are small business people. Just be aware of what kind of capital ($$$) you are going to need to sustain your business in the early days and have it set aside, and you need to be able to account for growth and the increased capital needs at that time. Seems like most small businesses that fail do so because they are undercapitalized. You can't start a business on a shoestring, support your personal bills and the bills of the business without having some money set aside and a real business plan. You might start by contacting your local Small Business Development Center (SBDC). If you go to www.sba.gov, there is a ton of information available for people who want to start their own small business. I would definitely suggest you start there as you start planning what you want to do. You should be able to find your local SBDC through the SBA's website as well.

Good luck!

Logan