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5 Things to Know About the ADA

For the smallest of small businesses, the Americans with Disabilities Act is not a concern. For the rest, ADA compliance is good business.

How to Write Off Start-Up Costs

Getting a business up and running is usually expensive. But once yours is a going concern, you can turn some of those costs into standard business deductions.

What Small Business Healthcare Tax Credits Do You Qualify For?

The Health Care Reform Bill includes a tax break for eligible small businesses who offer healthcare benefits to their employees. You may be able to get back 35¢ for every $1 you spent if you meet ALL of the following requirements: you have less [more]

Why Small Businesses Should Pursue Free Trade

Recent free trade agreements have opened up new markets for American business, including small business. Here's how to get started.

4 Ways to Inject Cash into Your Business

Banks and other outside investors aren't the only sources of additional cash to grow your business.

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Ask the Readers: What Tools Do You Use to Track Your Finances?

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Is Companion Airfare Really Worth It?

With the high cost of air travel these days, companion ticket offers may appear to be good deals. But like they say, appearances can be deceiving.

5 Best Amazon Deals for Thursday 12/12

Today's deals include 70% off gifts for preschoolers, 55% off Disney hits on Blu-ray, Gund Sesame Street Elmo 13" Plush $6.99, and more!

Cash Flow: What It Is and What It Isn't

When cash flow stops, the situation quickly turns critical. Unfortunately, the concept of cash flow is largely misunderstood. So, before you inadvertently bleed to death, let's

The Value of a Business

Placing a value on your business is rarely a simple matter, but an independent appraisal can offer a very different number than what you might come up with.

The Difference Between Your Accountant and Your Financial Planner

Many business owners surmise that their accountant can do the job of both accounting and financial planning (or vice versa) when in fact, the two roles complement each other.

Building Philanthropy Into a Business

Philanthropy can be built into the structure of your company and, depending on how you handle it, that philanthropy can improve your business.

Internet Sales Taxes Question as Thorny as Ever

More and more states are looking to Internet sales to boost tax revenue. For small businesses, that means tax compliance is even more complex.

8 Simple Ways to Trigger Your Creativity

Success is 90 percent perspiration. Make the most of the remaining ten percent without breaking a sweat.

Your Next Hire: Specialist or Generalist?

Does your business need a rainmaker or a right hand man? What if it needs both?

How Charity Can Result In A Stronger Work Culture

Charity is its own reward. It's also good for business.

4 Lies Business Owners Tell Themselves

Optimism in business is essential, but so is realism. Are you lying to yourself about the state of your business?

Best Money Tips: How to Win on eBay

Today we found some great articles on winning eBay auctions, re-evaluating your food storage habits, and saving money in an expensive city.

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