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Focus Focus Fo....What Was I Saying?

We as a nation are looking at finances in a way we might not have ever done in the past. Having to analyze our bills, pay close attention to our usual spending habits, and learn th

The Good, the Bad and the Ugly Truth About Payroll Services

For many small businesses, a payroll service can ease the burden of managing wages and taxes. But services aren't free and they aren't without risk.

How to Create a PR Crisis Strategy Before You Need It

The day you realize that you need a crisis strategy is usually the day you have a crisis.

Plan Now for Your 2011 Retirement Plan

The year isn't over yet, but it's not too early to think about setting up a qualified retirement plan for 2011.

5 Business Blogs that Can Boost Your Bottom Line

Stay up to date on business trends and discover new insights at these five forward leaning business blogs.

The Ups and Downs of Venture Capital

First quarter 2010 numbers are in, and Venture Capital investment in both dollars and deals were down. The good news, if you can call it that, is that it's better than Q1 2009.

AD&D Insurance: No Good, No Bad, Just Ugly

Accidental Death And Dismemberment insurance. Wow – doesn’t that sound just lovely? I mean, at least Life insurance has a euphemistic name (they call it “Li

The Best and Worst Things to Buy in April

From home-improvement supplies to vacations to aggressively priced tablets, discover the best and worst things to shop for this month.

How to Increase Sales with Online Payment Options

Not all businesses have added an online payment option. With more and more of the purchasing process taking place online, though, it's becoming an important consideration.

8 Bad Financial Habits You Should Drop

Bad habits are made to be broken.

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The Best and Worst Things to Buy in May

May has some unique deals, like stellar Memorial Day sales later this month. So dive in and brush up on the best and worst things to buy in May.

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