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.
Your financial statements may not make the bestseller list, but they do tell an intriguing story — at least to a banker. Unfortunately, the tale they tell may be misleading.
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
Recently, Xin Lu wrote an article about the falling price of used Toyota cars. And it's not only used cars but brand new cars that are being discounted. There has been talk of yet
Finding good sales people can be tough, especially for small business owners. But with a little work, you can have people clamoring to help you sell your products.
Zero percent financing may not be as good a deal as it sounds. Many such deals are simply a bait-and-switch ruse. Even when they're legit, they can wreak havoc with your credit.
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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.
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Your financial statements may not make the bestseller list, but they do tell an intriguing story — at least to a banker. Unfortunately, the tale they tell may be misleading.
Does Your Entity Choice Provide Personal Liability Protection?
Making your business a corporation or LLC only goes so far in protecting an owner's personal assets. Discover what you're responsible for.
Getting the Most Out of Free College-Planning Resources
Applying for colleges can be daunting for students and parents alike, but these free resources make the process much easier.
AD&D Insurance: No Good, No Bad, Just Ugly
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Ask the Readers: How Do You Host a Summer Party on a Budget?
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Ask the Readers: How Do You Stay Frugal During the Holidays?
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Beyond Debt-Free: Getting By in the New Economy
Living debt-free is a great goal — but as the economy remains shaky, is that enough? Discover more ways to make sure you're on solid financial ground.
Girly Fun on a Budget
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Want to Sell Your Business? Start Now
Given the unusual economic environment, now isn’t the best time to sell a company. But it’s the perfect time to plan to sell one.
Ask the Readers: Do You Shop Back-to-School Sales?
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Ask the Readers: Do You Have Rules for Lending Your Stuff?
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4 Thorny Payroll Tax Issues and How to Handle Them
Small businesses face plenty of challenges, including several tough payroll tax challenges. Here's what you can do about them.
How to Write a Business Plan
When creating a business plan, stop worrying about the final product and stay focused on the process.
5 Things to Know about Cash Balance Plans
For small businesses looking to attract and reward talented employees, Cash Benefit Plans can be an attractive addition to the familiar 401(k).
Ask the Readers: What Are the Best Gifts for Women?
Tell us what you think the best gifts for women are and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
More Evidence. More Deals. Would You Ever Trust Toyota Again?
Recently, Xin Lu wrote an article about the falling price of used Toyota cars. And it's not only used cars but brand new cars that are being discounted. There has been talk of yet
Get Others to Sell for You with Affiliate Marketing
Finding good sales people can be tough, especially for small business owners. But with a little work, you can have people clamoring to help you sell your products.
Is Zero Percent Financing a Free Lunch?
Zero percent financing may not be as good a deal as it sounds. Many such deals are simply a bait-and-switch ruse. Even when they're legit, they can wreak havoc with your credit.
Save Money and Go Green by Making Your Office Paperless
The idea of a "paperless" office has been around a long time. The right system can streamline an office into a more efficient and green business.