Helpful Business & Finance Websites

Banking and Credit

Bankrate.com

Compare mortgage rates, auto loan rates, certificates of deposits.

Investing in Bonds

Information on all types of bonds.

Business Management

State of Illinois Business Services

SBA Illinois

Small Business Administration Illinois Office.

City of Chicago Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection

City of Chicago guide to starting a business.

Glenview Chamber of Commerce

World Chambers of Commerce Network

Worldwide chambers of commerce and industry gateway.

Business.GOV

The official business link to the U.S. Government.

SIC-Standard Industrial Classification Search

SIC classifications and statistics.

NAICS-North American Industry Classification System

Classification System used by Federal statistical agencies.

Calculators

OANDA, The Currency Site

Foreign exchange, currency trading, and information services.

Mortgage Affordability Calculator

Determine the maximum loan amount for which you qualify.

Charities and Donations

GuideStar

National database of charities and nonprofit organizations.

BBB Wise Giving Alliance

Detailed reports on hundreds of charities, produced by the Better Business Bureau.

Company Information

Hoover’s Online

Information on major companies.

U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)—EDGAR