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Three Small Business Accounting Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them

Article Summary: Most small business owners don't start a business because they are excited about small business accounting, yet they need to understand some of the basics and recognize some of the common small business accounting pitfalls and how to…

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Q&A with Barbara Corcoran: “What I Learned from Bad Bosses”

Barbara Corcoran’s Business Unusual podcast offers real-world advice to anyone running their own business. She’s been there, done that and more. This wildly successful, insightful and entertaining podcast will inspire you to take on your next business opportunity or manage…

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Why Revisit Your Audacious Goals?

Often summer goals seem to involve either getting your beach body back or arguing about who’s going to be the Grill Master this week. Consider adding this summer ritual to your repertoire and see your business get hyper-focused for the…

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Does it Make Sense for my Business to Prepay a Loan?

Repaying a business loan early may seem like an attractive option in certain situations. Depending on the business lender and loan type, prepayment may save you money on interest. Additionally, many business owners seek the additional flexibility and control over…

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Overcoming Three Common Challenges Small Businesses Face When Seeking Financing

Article Summary: There are more options today than ever before for small businesses looking for borrowed capital. Nevertheless, there are a number of challenges small businesses face when seeking financing that need to be overcome to find success with a…

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Online Applications for Small Business Loans

Technology is changing everything. From the way we make travel arrangements, shop at the department store, hail a cab—and even the way business owners apply for a small business [...]

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Understanding Equipment Financing and Leasing

To understand equipment financing and leasing, it’s important to understand what is considered “equipment”. In terms of equipment financing, any tangible asset, other than [...]

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Don’t Mess Up Your FICO Score: Managing Delinquencies

Article Summary: The most important part of building and maintaining a healthy FICO score is to stay current on your mortgage, any auto loans, credit cards, or other personal debt you may have. Nevertheless, managing delinquencies is possible to minimize…

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Six Necessary Skills For Effective Operations

American small businesses are enjoying an overall positive uptick. As noted by Forbes, U.S SMBs entered 2016 with stronger sales growth, improved profitability and upward hiring trends. This [...]

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