One of the first things you do as a business owner is choose a business name. Your business can operate under your legal business name. Or, you can operate your company under a trade name. So, what’s the difference? Read on to learn more about business names vs. trade names and how they contrast.
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Partnership Advantages and Disadvantages
May 6, 2024If you’re starting a business and have one or more partners, it might seem obvious to form a business partnership. This is a business structure that allows you and at least one other person to both have ownership of the business. Even though forming a business partnership might make sense, it’s not your only option. […]
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Starting a Business With Poor Credit History
March 27, 2024A great idea comes with great responsibility, or money. Any good businessman knows that starting a business requires more than just grit and effort. For a business idea to come to life, significant costs are incurred whether you like it or not. From your administrative operations to production costs, starting a business is like bleeding […]
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Leasing a Commercial Space? Here’s What to Know
February 21, 2023Maybe you started out running your business from your home or garage. Or, maybe you’re getting ready to launch a new business. Whatever the case may be, there might come a time when you need to rent an office, retail space, or warehouse. And if you do, you need to know the ins and outs […]
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Startup Checklist: List of Things Needed to Start a Business
January 31, 2023If you’re thinking about starting a business, you’ve probably seen the business startup checklists online and already know them like the back of your hand. Make a plan. Choose a business structure. Secure funding. Register your business name. But what about the tangible things you need to start a business, like a storefront or startup […]
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4 Steps on How to Get Funding for Startup [+ Types of Funding]
January 26, 2023Have an idea for a startup? Check. Think of a business name? Check. Have the funding you need to get started? Eh, not quite check. When creating a startup, you need to have a solid financial foundation to help your business succeed. And to do that, learn how to get funding for startup.
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Key Insights and Practical Business Tips for Beginners
January 17, 2023Becoming a business owner is no easy task. It takes time, dedication, money, and more. Chances are, you’ll probably make a few mistakes along the way. But if you follow a few business tips for beginners, you can avoid making common startup mistakes and set yourself up for success.
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How Many Hours Do Business Owners Work? According to Studies, It’s a Lot
January 3, 2023Thinking about starting a business but worried about how busy you’ll be? Or, have you already started a business and are wondering how many hours you should be clocking in? Either way, knowing how much other business owners work may be helpful. So, how many hours do business owners work?
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First Time Filing Taxes for Small Business
November 9, 2022The first time filing taxes for small business owners can be overwhelming. Make your first time filing business taxes run smoothly by understanding your liabilities.
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What Is a DBA, and Does Your Small Business Need One?
November 9, 2022The name of your company plays a big role in your success. But, for many small businesses, legal structure limits what a business can be called. To use a name that interests consumers, you might need to register a doing business as (DBA) name. What is a DBA name?
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