Money

Write Off Bad Debt: What It Means and Why You Should Prevent It

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Every small business owner wants to know the answer to this question: “Can I write off bad debt”? The answer is mostly yes, especially when your a business who has receivables. Learn what is means to write off bad debt…

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What if the Affordable Care Act Fails?

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The world waits on pins and needles as the Supreme Court is scheduled to rule on Obamacare—but what happens if it doesn’t pass? This is a huge question for small businesses and employees alike, as over 160 million people get…

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Business Credit Score: 3 Reasons Your Small Business Must Have One

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Business credit is allusive in many ways. It’s not taught in school and it’s not highly touted in the media, when compared to personal credit. Therefore, many small business owners naturally don’t emphasize the importance of having a strong business…

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Mitt Romney’s Small Business Stance: A Translation

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We all know that politics are primarily hot air contests. In presidential debates, candidates on both sides make huge, sweeping promises without putting forth tangible plans. At this point, saying “I will fix the economy,” with an empty plan equates…

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Management, Trends

Small Business Software for Every Part of Your Day

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Are you using small business software to its utmost advantage? For today’s computer-centered business, your software is the lifeline to all of your business functions. From marketing to meetings and everything in between, making sure you have the right small…

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Get Paid On Time: Your Receivables Starter Kit

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You not only want you customers to pay you faster, but you want to get paid on time. Is that really to much to ask? No! However, it can’t be done without work, so it’s time for a little small business…

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Management

The Virtual Office: Best or Worst Idea Ever?

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Thanks to technology, the office landscape is changing faster than ever. From outsourcing to cloud computing, new technology means you can stay in touch with work anywhere in the world. You can also see all the effects of work on…

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Surprising Sources of Capital: A Mob and a Dating Site?

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  It’s all about funding nowadays. Where can a small business get money? What about the credit crunch? Small businesses everywhere are in need of cash, and everybody has a different path they suggest in finding it. However, in any…

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Management, Trends

Is Outsourcing Right for Your Small Business?

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Are you in or out? Outsourcing is a great way to extend the arms and legs of your small business, but it does have its drawbacks. To help you decide whether it’s right for you, we have designed a staggeringly…

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Collection Letter Template: Figures of Speech to Get You Paid on Time

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Getting customers to pay on time is like pulling teeth. When people say they have a process to make collections as easy as ABC, their explanation is about as clear as mud. It seems like their is no REAL solution and…

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