Ah, location, location, location. Choosing where to open up shop is one of the first and most important decisions you’ll make when starting a business. But, location isn’t just about picking a building on a popular street corner. It’s also about selecting a state to do business in—the best state to start a business.
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How to Run a Food Truck: Where Fine Dining Meets the Open Road
Chances are you’ve eaten at a food truck before. A food truck is a mobile restaurant, often selling food at designated areas, street corners, or festivals and special events. Food trucks may be a great way to turn your dream of owning a restaurant into a reality. If you’re considering running a food truck, you’re […]
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Leasing a Commercial Space? Here’s What to Know
Maybe 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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A Small Business Guide to E-commerce Accounting
Brick-and-mortar stores are still thriving, but small businesses’ online footprints expand every year. In 2022, 98% of business owners had a company website, compared to 50% in 2018. And more than 60% had an e-commerce business, meaning they sold products or services online. If you’ve been thinking about an online business, you need to know […]
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Startup Checklist: List of Things Needed to Start a Business
If 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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What to Do When Your Business Runs Out of Money: Effective Strategies
Cash flow problems happen—often. It’s why 82% of small businesses fail. But if you have issues with your cash flow, you’re not doomed to close up shop. Instead, it’s like coming to a fork in the road. Turn right to power through, or turn left to call it quits. To get out of the red, […]
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Liability for Debts: Are You at Risk of Losing Your Personal Assets to Business Debts?
The average small business owner is roughly $195,000 in debt. Imagine paying that amount from your pocket, and if you can’t, how it’ll reflect on your credit report.
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Comprehensive Guide to Understanding and Applying Accounting Estimates
The accounting world may seem filled with hard facts. Either the money is in the account, will be in the account, or it isn’t … right? Well, that’s not always the case.
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How Many Hours Do Business Owners Work? According to Studies, It’s a Lot
Thinking 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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How to Increase Revenue For Your Small Business (4 Easy Steps)
Part of running a good business is never getting complacent when it comes to revenue. A company’s revenue should always outpace expenses. Otherwise, trouble is just around the corner. But all business owners know that increasing revenue is easier said than done. Read on to learn how to increase revenue in four actionable steps.
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