Amanda Cameron

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Is My Business Tax-exempt?

As a small business owner, you probably spend a lot of time and money on taxes. But, not all businesses have to pay taxes. Have you ever wondered, “Is my business tax exempt?”

Business owner filing taxes for the first time.

First Time Filing Taxes for Small Business

By Amanda Cameron

The first time filing taxes for small business owners can be overwhelming.

As a small business owner, you track the money your company earns in your accounting books. Can you identify the types of income you record? For example, ordinary income is a common type of income that your business earns.

4 Ways to Improve Your Small Business Credit Score

By Amanda Cameron

A business credit score measures how well your company handles debt. A good business credit score can help you gain capital to grow, as well as help you borrow funds when cash is low. You can improve your small business credit score with a few simple steps.

What Is a Corporation?

By Amanda Cameron

One of your first decisions as a small business owner is choosing between business structures. Your structure dictates many vital aspects of your company, including liability. To protect your personal assets from business liabilities, you may consider structuring as a corporation.

Working With Freelancers at Your Small Business

By Amanda Cameron

As a small business owner, you have to take care of all your company’s tasks. Your responsibilities can get overwhelming. To help you complete tasks, you may want to try working with freelancers.

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How to Use a Comparative Income Statement for Your Small Business

By Amanda Cameron

You’re an expert at running your business, not analyzing financial numbers. But as a small business owner, you need to know how your decisions affect your company. By reviewing your accounting books, you can leverage data to grow your company. One important report to look at is the comparative income statement.

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7 Tips for Your Small Business Credit Application

By Amanda Cameron

As a small business owner, getting approved for a line of credit is not easy. You need to make sure your credit application has the best chances of securing a loan or line of credit. Follow the tips below to show lenders you’re creditworthy with a strong small business credit application.

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What Is Financial Reporting and Analysis in Small Business?

By Amanda Cameron

During day-to-day operations, you make transactions for your business. Knowing how to organize and review this information is key to long-term success. One way to keep track of transactions is to manage financial reports. What is financial reporting?

Stressed woman looking at business loss information.

How Does a Business Loss Affect Your Company?

By Amanda Cameron

It’s great when your business is consistently profitable. But, sometimes, unexpected situations come up. Depending on the circumstances, your business could experience an unforeseen loss. You need to know how a loss in business can affect your company in the long-term.