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Starting An LLC: LegalZoom Or The Do-It-Yourself Method?

5 minute read

January 24, 2020

One of the most essential steps to starting a business is setting your brand up as a legal entity. Many small business owners become overwhelmed with the different types of business structures available. However, most...

Marketing

How To Attract Customers in 8 Creative Methods

8 minute read

January 24, 2020

Customers are the lifeblood of most businesses because they buy your products or services. Finding customers can be a challenge, but one that business owners can overcome. Getting new customers can be difficult, but the...

Small Business

When To Chase Accounts Receivable Payments (And When To Give Up)

9 minute read

January 24, 2020

Far more than a minor annoyance, late payments can significantly harm your business. In addition to the headache of chasing payments, having cash tied up in accounts receivable can hurt your cash flow. At best,...

Small Business

The Safest and Best Index Funds To Invest In For 2020

5 minute read

January 23, 2020

2020’s most reliable index fund options are those focused on low expense ratios, high diversification, and remaining on the rise during turbulent times.

Small Business

The Benefits of Using Petty Cash in your Small Business

5 minute read

January 22, 2020

Petty cash is a convenient way to pay for small purchases. Many small businesses use a petty cash fund, as there are several reasons to do so. However, if you don’t manage your cash carefully,...

Small Business

How to Prepare For A Financial Audit

5 minute read

January 22, 2020

If there’s one thing any taxpayer knows, it’s that an audit is bad news. Unfortunately for entrepreneurs, an audit from the IRS is especially complicated and potentially costly.

Small Business

Want Some Inspiration? 5 Blogs for Small Business Motivation

5 minute read

January 21, 2020

When people start businesses, they're often excited by the freedom and potential to earn a significant income. What they tend to discover, however, is that success is hard work. It often shatters the excitement within...

Small Business

LLC vs Partnership: Pros and Cons of Working With Others

5 minute read

January 19, 2020

When you form business partnerships, you have the benefit of a built-in safety net to keep your company running smoothly.

Marketing

Keyword Research Service Pointers: 6 Tips for Targeting

5 minute read

January 19, 2020

If you rely on organic searches for a majority of your website traffic, then you were likely caught off-guard by Google’s recent algorithm update. Google regularly changes the way it evaluates and ranks sites to...