Summer is quickly approaching, but for entrepreneurs, that doesn't necessarily mean vacation is on the horizon. If you're trading in margaritas and summer novels for coffee and file folders, add SCORE's "Summer Finance Fix-up" to your to-do-list. SCORE "Counselors to America's Small Business" announced a special home page feature this month focusing on business financing articles, workshops and other resources. The content should help small-business owners better manage cash flow and funds critical to business success.

Here are some free resources to check out:

· Creating a Cash Reserve: Find practical ideas and tactics to create a cash reserve in your business.

· Guide to Managing Cash Flow: Improve your understanding of how to manage your company's cash flow, measure the amount of cash on hand and prepare for cash flow shortfalls in the future.

· Five Tips on Getting a Loan and Five Tips on Approaching Your Bank: Learn how to use a business plan to get the bank loans you need. Get tips on how to evaluate your business, plus what lenders look for when making a decision to loan you money.

· Five Grant Resources for Small Businesses: Find out if there are any federal, state or local grants that may be appropriate for your type of business.

· How to Pay Business Debts You Can't Afford: This 16-page workbook from SCORE and Corporate Turnaround helps small businesses survive when facing economic and financial challenges.