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Pros and Cons of Starting a Business with Your Spouse

5 minute read

May 7, 2018

Starting a business with your significant other is the ultimate case of mixing business with pleasure. For some, it’s a recipe for disaster, but others believe that a spouse is the ideal business partner. In...

How to Improve Your Better Business Bureau Rating

5 minute read

March 8, 2018

The Better Business Bureau is one of the first consumer protection agencies, and it strives to foster successful relationships between businesses and their customers through complaint resolution and business training. Their reviewing and rating system...

Review of American Express Small Business Credit Card Options

5 minute read

February 22, 2018

As a small business owner, it’s important to separate your personal and business finances. One of the easiest ways to organize your accounts is by signing up for a small business credit card. Most business...

Four Low-Risk Businesses That You Can Start Today

5 minute read

December 22, 2017

Do you dream of being your own boss? If so, you might benefit from starting a small business!\n\n\nUnfortunately, there are risks that come with opening a business. According to a study by the Bureau of...

The Best Business Credit Cards for Cash Back Rewards

5 minute read

November 16, 2017

Business owners can benefit from cash back rewards by leveraging the money they save into future cash flow. By maximizing the cash back on your purchases, you’re essentially saving up for a rainy day (and...

5 Business Security Measures to Take for Your Location

5 minute read

October 23, 2017

Following proper business security measures is crucial in avoiding break-ins that can lead to property damage and loss of goods. In addition, having a security strategy in place can decrease simple shoplifting and petty theft....

How to Increase Sales for Your Small Business

4 minute read

September 20, 2017

As a small business owner, it is likely that you are constantly thinking about how to increase sales. While there are countless sales approaches out there, it is important to figure out which ones will...

13 Motivational Business Quotes to Live By

5 minute read

August 17, 2017

Being an entrepreneur requires hard work, innovation and perseverance, just to name a few qualities. Even if you’re already running a successful small business, it is important to avoid complacency. To ensure that you and...

How to Prepare an Income Statement

5 minute read

March 24, 2017

Your business income statement, also known as the profit and loss statement, reports the revenues you earned and the expenses you incurred for a given period – usually a month, quarter or year. There are...