The IRS suggests that you keep receipts and other records for gross receipts, purchases, expenses, assets, and any deductions you want to make (entertainment, travel, gift expenses, etc.). And as your business grows, tracking receipts can be a difficult task indeed. But, it’s getting easier with e-receipts. Want to go paperless? Read on for a […]
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Ready to Give Back? Learn How to Start a Nonprofit Organization
Have you ever thought about giving back to the community? A nonprofit organization is a perfect way to do that. Nonprofit organizations further a social cause or provide a public benefit, like a hospital or a public school. There are several different types of nonprofit organizations to choose from. But before giving back to the […]
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How to Start an LLC in Florida: Steps, Documents, & Beyond
Florida’s beautiful beaches, booming economy, and status as a tax-friendly state make it an attractive spot for entrepreneurs. The Sunshine State even claimed the title of the third-best state to start a business in 2024.
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What Is Quick Ratio? Learn How to Swiftly Calculate This Metric
Does your business have enough liquid assets to cover short-term liabilities in a pinch? To find out, you can use the quick ratio. Keep reading to learn the quick ratio definition, how to calculate your ratio, and more.
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How to Start an LLC in Texas: Getting Your Limited Liability Company Up and Running
Are you thinking of starting a business in The Lone Star State? One of the first steps you have to take is choosing your business structure. You might structure your business as a limited liability company (LLC) for liability protection and pass-through taxation. But getting your LLC up and running takes time, effort, and a […]
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Colorado Delivery Fee: Knock, Knock? Who’s There?
If you have a business in Colorado that delivers or ships products to customers within the state, you may be responsible for the Colorado delivery fee.
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The Side Hustle Nation: How Americans Are Turning Passion Into Paychecks
From selling crafts online to driving for a rideshare app, it seems like everyone has a side hustle these days. To find out what’s behind the trend, our new survey of 1,000 Americans dug into the motivations of the modern gig worker.
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Study Reveals the Best and Toughest States to Start a Business
Small business owners are the backbone of America’s economy. In 2025, they’re facing an unpredictable landscape shaped by inflation, shifting workforce dynamics, new technologies, and differences in state policies that can make or break a venture.
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How to Start an LLC in Ohio: Step-by-step Guide to LLC Ownership in the Buckeye State
More than one million limited liability companies (LLCs) have been formed in Ohio. You might be interested in the liability protection and pass-through taxation an LLC brings. Starting a business may sound daunting, but our guide on how to start an LLC in Ohio can help.
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How to Start—and Get Funding—for Your Microbusiness
Have you heard of a microbusiness? Even if you haven’t heard the term, you probably could list at least five microbusinesses off the top of your head. A microbusiness is a small business with fewer than 10 employees—think your local coffee shop, boutique, or food truck.
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