There are many templates available for business plans and you can choose the format that is best for you and your business.

Kiplinger Special Report: Business Costs for 2026 Fresh forecasts for 2026, to help you plan ahead and prepare a budget on a range of business costs, from Kiplinger's Letters team.

These are the pillars of a business plan that aid in launch, growth, and fundraising. A business plan is a comprehensive statement that outlines the objectives of an organization. Not all plans will ...