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… 5 Key Financial Tips When Starting a Business from Home August 14, 2017 Did you know more than … Marco Carbajo SBA Blog Contributor Marco Carbajo is a business credit expert, author, speaker, and founder of the Business Credit Insiders Circle. He is a business credit blogger for Dun and Bradstreet Credibility …

… 5 Key Questions to Ask Yourself if You Plan to Start a Business October 2, 2018 Starting a business takes planning, making important financial decisions, and completing a series of legal activities. You will need to set goals, put …

… Owners August 23, 2016 Don't underestimate the value of a sales forecast for running a business effectively. Tim Berry Tim Berry is founder and … an MBA from Stanford, has been married 46 years, and is a father of 5. Find him on Twitter as @Timberry, and blogging …

… business, credit plays an integral role at every stage of a company’s existence. It is a part of your company’s financial power. Marco Carbajo SBA Blog Contributor Marco Carbajo is a business credit expert, author, speaker, and founder of the …

… business owners, thinking about taxes occurs only twice a year … when returns are being prepared and perhaps at the end of the year. This is a mistake. Barbara Weltman SBA Blog Contributor Barbara … tax 0.9% additional Medicare tax on earned income 3.8% additional Medicare tax on net investment income Find more …

… for employees. But don’t think you can simply reclassify a worker who’s been your employee as an independent … on the lookout for just such action. The classification of a worker depends on many factors, most of which boil down to a matter of control. Essentially, if you have the right to …

… of using power or influence to favor relatives—has a poor connotation. However, when it comes to your business, it may just be a great idea, especially in today’s environment. Barbara … of using power or influence to favor relatives—has a poor connotation. However, when it comes to your business, …

… 5 reasons you need a business plan December 10, 2018 If you are starting a small business, there is no shortage of advice on the steps … you should take: registering your business name, getting a Tax ID, deciding on a business structure and applying for …

… about America’s economy. That optimism, paired with a well-informed small business strategy, could mean plenty of … world anymore. In fact, E-commerce currently accounts for a  fifth of all retail sales worldwide — a figure that is only expected to grow to 22.6% by 2027. If …

… start up, expand to new locations, buy equipment, launch a marketing campaign. But borrowing usually isn’t without … news is that business interest encompasses interest on a variety of borrowing. Examples: • Bank and credit union … payments may be limited Small businesses are exempt from a new limitation on deducting business interest, which means …

… 5 Things To Do Before You Search For A Franchise January 18, 2018 In this post, I’m going to teach … you 5 things you need to do before you start searching for a franchise to buy. Joel Libava SBA Blog Contributor Joel Libava, The Franchise King®, is the author of Become a Franchise Owner! and is a franchise ownership advisor. Read …

… well as the way they are figured (tied to performance or a flat amount) and when they are paid to employees (this year … bonus, it’s within the company’s discretion to give a year-end bonus. These holiday-time rewards are an expression of gratitude by the employer for a job well done. Companies want employees to be happy about …

… and being ready for them could be the difference between a sales season that’s red-hot, and one that’s ice-cold. Make … stay sunny with the following tips. Stick to the plan. In a perfect world, you’ll start preparing for the next summer … you’re just now getting your strategy together. There are a few actions you can take right now, such as stocking up on …

… Read more about U.S. Small Business Administration Are you a small business owner trying to navigate the ins and outs of … Are you running into hurdles? Surety companies determine a company’s “bond-ability” based on several factors and each … you need with reasonable terms. Be Prepared : You’ll make a great first impression if you can quickly provide the …

… and yet 21% of small businesses post on social media once a month or less. Whether you’re tweeting, posting, or … your brand. Think of your social media accounts as a window into your company. When someone is considering buying a product or service, they’ll look at the business’s social …

… Enhance the Power of Your Business Credit Profile November 8, 2017 A business credit profile is the face that a company presents to lenders, suppliers, insurance …