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Cash vs. Accrual and Why Accounting Matters for Taxes
When you're running a small business, the decision on which accounting method you're going to use makes a big difference.
When Buying Local Does (and Doesn’t) Make Sense
Buying local is a big trend right now. But as noble as supporting other local businesses might be, it also could be the wrong decision for your company.
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Sometimes small investments lead to big returns.
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Family businesses are a staple of our economy, so they're with us to stay. Here are some critical, and in some cases fatal, errors that a family business can make.
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Timely Tax Tips for Small Business Owners
Is it tax time again already? Three experts share tips and advice about getting through tax season unscathed.
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Tax Rules You Should Know About for 2011
There is an enormous amount of uncertainty about federal taxes for 2010 and 2011. Amid this uncertainty, there are some new rules that will take effect in 2011.
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Giving your employees a little autonomy at work can have beneficial results for your business and keep employees' morale up.
How Much to Pay New Hires in 2011
You're ready to bring in new employees — great! But calculating salaries can be difficult. Learn what to pay in a still-unsteady economy.
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