Although small businesses still turn to credit unions, community banks, and traditional banks for their capital needs,…
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Years ago I was a foreign correspondent in Mexico City, writing for Business Week and other business publications. One of my favorite contacts was an expert with the U.S. Embassy who…
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What creates two out of three net new American jobs; produces close to half of our nation’s goods and services (nonfarm private GDP); and can be found, coast to coast, in every small town, big…

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There are certain promises you get when you purchase a franchise business. Some of them come to you by way of the marketing and advertising of a franchise and its …

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Having access to cash is an essential part of success in business whether your company is just getting started or has…
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If you’re getting started in business keeping track of when you get paid is key to good cash flow management. It’s also basic bookkeeping. After all, you don’t want to count income, and pay tax on…

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Federal and/or state law mandates a variety of insurance products that employers must carry for employees. If you’re self-employed, are you required to have the same coverage? Can you have the…

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Ecommerce has become commonplace as businesses and online tools have made it easier and easier to exchange goods and services with customers around the globe. While some consumers may have…
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If you’re new to business, then wrapping your arms around your tax obligations can seem like an uphill task. The first question you need to ask yourself is which tax laws impact your business from…

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Editor’s note: This blog first appeared on LinkedIn.

America’s small…

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