Tag: small business

May 2, 2017

Not all of us have the personal capital or investors needed to finance our small business completely. That means borrowing some money, normally in the form of a small business loan or a small business credit card that can fund […]

May 2, 2017

If you participate in a 401(k), you’re among the millions who utilize this option for retirement planning. These plans are great for socking away pretax dollars to fund your lifestyle once you leave your job. There are tax benefits, as […]

April 27, 2017

Maybe you started a family business because you want to love who you work with, to keep the profits in the family, or to establish a brand that will last generations. Or maybe you were just born into it. Either […]

April 24, 2017

The dreaded b-word. No small business owner wants to think of their company going under, but in some cases it’s inevitable. But not all bankruptcies equal total failure. Chapter 11 bankruptcy can allow your business reorganize, remain open, and repay […]

April 21, 2017

Federal labor laws are the broad term for the laws that US businesses with employees must follow. Many federal labor laws apply to certain sizes of companies only, such as those with 15 employees or more. However, it is recommended […]

April 14, 2017

That’s a key takeaway from a new survey of 950 small businesses conducted by the National Small Business Association. Nearly half of those surveyed employ between 1 and 4 people full time, while a quarter have between 10 and 99 […]

April 7, 2017

Business credit cards can be broken down into two broad categories: small business credit cards and corporate credit cards. Generally, companies with at least $4 million in annual revenue and good business credit are candidates for a corporate credit card. […]

March 28, 2017

For those of you who have never visited a farm before, many of them have a large brick of salt for their animals, called a “salt lick.” A salt lick is exactly what the name implies. It’s a salt deposit […]

March 27, 2017

Got Crickets? Alex Drysdale is the founder of Crik Nutrition, a company that sells protein powder made with crickets (yes, the insect!). When Drysdale launched his company in 2014, he planned to get a loan to fund startup costs. However, […]

March 24, 2017

Revolving credit can be a lifeline when your small business faces an emergency, or simply needs extra cash for unexpected short-term purchases. There are two main types of revolving credit: business lines of credit (also called revolving lines of credit) […]

March 23, 2017

When you consider business-related lawsuits, your thoughts might turn to major corporations that sue one another or take heat from individuals looking for a piece of their massive capital reserves. But, lawsuits aren’t relegated to the realm of big business. […]

March 22, 2017

If you’re a small business owner ready to expand, additional funds can take your business to the next level. Before you apply, however, doing your research will help you find a loan that is the best fit for your business. […]

March 20, 2017

The last thing you imagined doing when you started your business is going bankrupt. Obviously, you were aiming much higher, and you’re a survivor, and you would like to avoid making this particular dreaded declaration. So what can you do? […]

December 2, 2016

As a small-business owner, you can’t do everything, so focusing on items that don’t require expertise or an abundance of time and money is the best tactic while in the early stages of business. Instead, focus on low-cost, less competitive strategies such as Facebook Ads, the duo […]

October 6, 2016

California is paving a new way for employers to help with the retirement crisis using the new California Secure Choice Retirement Plan. This is a state sponsored retirement account for the employees of small businesses that traditionally could not afford […]

September 15, 2016

Some people think that competition is a bad thing, when in fact it can be one of the best things for your company. Entrepreneur Network partner Patrick Bet-David discusses why you should compete in business. Competition brings out your best work. When you’re competing against […]

September 14, 2016

Form 8832 is the IRS form that a Limited Liability Company (LLC) must submit to be taxed as a C Corporation. If you have an LLC and are currently taxed as a C Corporation but want to go back to […]

September 8, 2016

Bluehost gives you a domain, business email, and business website for just $3.45/month. In this guide, we’re going to show you how get your small business website up and running, without any need for programming. Within 30 minutes, you’ll be […]

August 3, 2016

One of the most common struggles for small businesses, startups and solo entrepreneurs is standing out from the competition. The good news is, there’s a powerful strategy to do just that. Unfortunately, it’s also one of the most under-utilized: a personal story. A personal […]

July 6, 2016

We can agree that every small business owner wants to increase his or her odds of success. According to a study by Guidant, 81 % of small businesses funded with a Rollover for Business Startups (ROBS) were still operating after 4 […]