Getting funding for your business is no walk in the park, especially if you’re just starting up. But in order to keep your business dream alive, you need capital.
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How to Start a Seasonal Business
February 27, 2025Are you thinking about opening a seasonal business? Operating for only part of the year can be challenging. Prepare for the highs and lows of your first season by understanding how to start a seasonal business now.
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How Long to Keep Business Records [+ Best Practices]
February 26, 2025Picture this: You own a small restaurant. One day, you receive an IRS notice, you’re being audited. Do you A) Panic or B) Calmly review your business records? If you know how long to keep business records (and which ones to keep), you’ll have the supporting documents needed to back up your tax return claims.
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What Does Self-employed Mean?
February 24, 2025You run your own business, but are you considered self-employed? The definition of self-employment can be confusing. What does self-employment mean? Find out below.
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Accrual vs. Cash-basis Accounting: A Comparison
February 24, 2025Business owners have a lot of decisions to make, especially in the beginning. One of the most important decisions is how to handle bookkeeping for your business. There are three methods of accounting to choose from: Cash-basis, modified cash-basis, and accrual accounting.
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How to Create a Small Business Growth Strategy
February 21, 2025Getting your first sale from business is a great milestone to accomplish. Once you have a steady stream of customers, it’s time to start thinking about growing. With a solid growth strategy, you can take your business to new heights.
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How to Get Out of Business Debt [8 Tips]
February 21, 2025Taking on business debt can be a good thing. Debt can help you finance your business, purchase more items, and expand your offerings.
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Are Employee Wages Tax Deductible If You’re a Sole Proprietor?
January 29, 2025Small business tax deductions provide a great way for business owners to offset expenses and lower tax bills. And in business, expenses, especially your employees on payroll, add up quickly. Are employee wages tax deductible?
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Software Tax Deduction: Can You Deduct the Cost of Software for Your Business?
January 17, 2025Millions of businesses use at least one small business software platform to do everything from running payroll to managing customer relationships. Software can simplify processes, save time, and ensure accuracy. But the more systems you use, the greater your costs. Can you take a software tax deduction to offset your expenses?
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How to Apply for a Business Loan in 7 Simple Steps
January 14, 2025Just starting your entrepreneurial journey? Been in business for over 10 years? Regardless of if you’re a veteran business owner or just starting out, you may need to get a business loan. So, where do you start? Let us walk you through how to apply for a business loan.
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