Large businesses rely on the credit ratings of their companies. Small businesses usually have to rely — in whole or in part — on the credit scores of … Read more about Your Personal and Business Credit Scores
4 Steps to Better Payment Processing
Selling is one thing, but getting paid is quite another. The aim for small businesses is to collect payments as quickly as possible with as little … Read more about 4 Steps to Better Payment Processing
Settling Up with the IRS
Even though audit rates are at historic lows — just 0.7% overall in the government’s 2016 fiscal year — you may be the unlucky taxpayer to fall under … Read more about Settling Up with the IRS
The Other 401(k)
401(k) plans are the most popular form of retirement for businesses. According to this data from the Employee Benefit Research Institute (EBRI), … Read more about The Other 401(k)
4 Ways Higher Interest Rates Affect Your Business
On March 15, 2017, the Federal Reserve raised interest rates for short-term borrowing by a quarter of a percent (0.25%). This is called the fed funds … Read more about 4 Ways Higher Interest Rates Affect Your Business
No-Cost and Low-Cost Retirement Plans for Small Businesses
About half of all employees in the U.S. are not confident in having enough resources in retirement, according to a survey last year. Yet millions of … Read more about No-Cost and Low-Cost Retirement Plans for Small Businesses
Vendor Financing for Equipment Purchases
If you need new equipment, whether large or small, determine whether you can afford it. Not buying equipment can cost you dearly in lost … Read more about Vendor Financing for Equipment Purchases
Under Budget, Ahead of Schedule
"Under Budget, Ahead of Schedule" were the words that President Trump said at the opening of Trump International Hotel in Washington D.C. this past … Read more about Under Budget, Ahead of Schedule
Earned Income Tax Credit and Your Business
There’s a perception that the earned income tax credit (EITC) is a giveaway and it is only for the working poor. January 27, 2017, is EITC Awareness … Read more about Earned Income Tax Credit and Your Business
5 Useless Things to Stop Wasting Your Money On
CNBC had an article on this topic geared to consumers. This prompted me to consider the same topic for small business owners. Because I know how hard … Read more about 5 Useless Things to Stop Wasting Your Money On
Tax Safe Harbors for Small Businesses
There are a number of so-called safe harbors that businesses can use to simplify their tax lives. Unfortunately, understanding these safe harbors can … Read more about Tax Safe Harbors for Small Businesses
10 Ways to Borrow Money
Do you have big plans for 2017, such as starting a new line, hiring additional employees, or expanding to another location? If you need capital to … Read more about 10 Ways to Borrow Money
To Hire or Not to Hire: That Is the Question
The job market is heating up and according to a recent NFIB report, there was a 15% uptick in the number of small businesses that planned to increase … Read more about To Hire or Not to Hire: That Is the Question
10 New Year’s Resolutions for this Tax Season
While the filing deadline for your 2016 federal income tax return isn’t until April 18, 2017, it’s not too early to take measures that will make this … Read more about 10 New Year’s Resolutions for this Tax Season
A New Online Healthcare Portal for Your Small Business
It's not too late to find the health coverage you need for your small business. As a small business owner, you must know your responsibilities and … Read more about A New Online Healthcare Portal for Your Small Business
