If you are in the process of buying a new primary residence or second home, or considering refinancing a loan, a new set of federal consumer protection rules taking effect on July
If you’ve ever borrowed money from a bank for business use, you’ve no doubt argued against adding your personal guarantee to the deal. And if you’re like most small business own
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When done correctly, forecasting is one of the most value-added activities a business owner can do. Here are four secrets to make this activity meaningful for the future of your
With the first quarter of 2010 behind you, the economy in recovery, and a number of new laws on the books, now is a good time to review your budget for the balance of this year
Energy-efficient equipment is promoted as a way to save money for your business, but will the money saved make a noticeable difference in your operating costs?
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New Home Loan Rules Will Take Effect on July 30, 2009
If you are in the process of buying a new primary residence or second home, or considering refinancing a loan, a new set of federal consumer protection rules taking effect on July
The Truth About Personal Guarantees
If you’ve ever borrowed money from a bank for business use, you’ve no doubt argued against adding your personal guarantee to the deal. And if you’re like most small business own
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Subscription Software: A Good Financial Choice
Subscription software offers some cost-saving opportunities for the typical small business, not to mention convenient access to the tools you and your business need.
What Your Employees' Personal Branding Means to Your Company
Anyone employed by your business, down to the receptionist, may be promoting himself through blogging, social media, and other tactics.
The Psychology Behind Making Sales and Setting Price Points
Learn how to create a feeling of value for your customers while keeping your profit margins reasonable.
How to Deliver Bad News to Your Banker
Nobody likes to hear bad news...especially when it's your bank hearing about problems with your loan. Learn how to best handle the situation and avoid financial disaster.
10 Massive Companies That Crashed in 2010
Every massive organization that sank in 2010 started as a small business. Pay attention to avoid making the same mistakes with your company.
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.
5 Ways To Grow Your Business Despite The Economic Crisis
An economy stalled and political leadership in gridlock? When the going gets tough, small business gets going.
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Best Money Tips: The 10 Most Economical Sandwiches
Welcome to Wise Bread's Best Money Tips roundup. Today, we’re sharing the ten most affordable sandwiche
5 Steps to Lower Small-Package Shipping Costs
Decoding and minimizing the cost structure of shipping is a challenge for many ecommerce companies and any business that sends more than a handful of packages every year. Each d
4 Secrets of Meaningful Projections
When done correctly, forecasting is one of the most value-added activities a business owner can do. Here are four secrets to make this activity meaningful for the future of your
Your 2010 Budget Revisited
With the first quarter of 2010 behind you, the economy in recovery, and a number of new laws on the books, now is a good time to review your budget for the balance of this year
Does Energy-Efficient Equipment Make a Difference in Operating Costs?
Energy-efficient equipment is promoted as a way to save money for your business, but will the money saved make a noticeable difference in your operating costs?
How to Hold onto Talent When You Can’t Afford Raises
Recent economic improvements may have your employees expecting raises this year. But what if you can't afford them?
Writing Off Losses on Your Taxes
Paying less in taxes can help take some of the sting out of business losses...as long as you meet the requirements.
3 Things to Consider Before Launching a Groupon Campaign
Do your homework before launching a Groupon campaign. If you don't, a social media money-maker may become a social media monster.