First Step will provide free business counseling Wednesday, June 20, at the MSU Extension Office in St. Ignace for those starting a business, buying an existing business, making an existing business better, or thinking about going into business. Call MSU Extension at 643-7307 to schedule an appointment.

First Step can provide a sounding board for fresh ideas, assist in the preparation of a business plan, identify regulations affecting business, help develop loan packaging, and help prepare a purchase plan.