Enterprise agencies are organisations that help people start, develop and sustain businesses. They commonly provide practical guidance to aspiring entrepreneurs, start-ups and established small businesses, including help with business planning, market research, financial forecasts, legal structures, tax responsibilities and preparing to seek funding. Support may be delivered through one-to-one advice, workshops, training courses or mentoring. Depending on the organisation, services can also include access to business premises, networking opportunities, advice on marketing and sales, and signposting to specialist professional services or public support schemes. Some offer or administer loans and other forms of finance, subject to eligibility and assessment.