Even if you see your venture as a business, the IRS may decide it's a hobby. That can be problematic as you try to offset income with business losses.
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Taxes: Is that a Home Business? Or a Hobby?
Posted by MMarquit under TaxesFrom http://plantingmoneyseeds.com 4705 days ago
Made Hot by: maplesummit on January 12, 2012 4:32 pm
How To Close The Books on Your Startup
Posted by sannwood under FinanceFrom http://www.openforum.com 4706 days ago
Made Hot by: Entrepreneurosaurus on January 11, 2012 7:57 am
The end of one venture often signals the start of something new and the beginning of the next exciting journey. Yet to embark on the next project, you’ll want to properly close the books on your previous company.
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What Is a Celebrity Endorsement Worth to You?
Posted by tuckerleroy under FinanceFrom http://www.openforum.com 4709 days ago
Made Hot by: James John on January 7, 2012 8:37 pm
Alethea Hickman, who owns Boca Raton's Passion for Pastry, risked a big expense for an endorsement from LeBron James, only to be let down.
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Be Smart with Social Media, Protect Your Finances
Posted by MMarquit under FinanceFrom http://www.bargaineering.com 4713 days ago
Made Hot by: sannwood on January 3, 2012 8:50 pm
Your social media profile can provide scammers with personal information, as well as provide banks and other financial service providers with information that allows them to build a consumer profile, and decide whether or not your business would be a good credit risk.
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The Entrepreneur’s Dilemma: For Love Or Money?
Posted by Jed under FinanceFrom http://www.openforum.com 4717 days ago
Made Hot by: James John on January 2, 2012 3:30 am
There are no guarantees of monetary success with entrepreneurial endeavors. In a troubled economy like this one, however, there is really no guarantee when you work for someone else, either. So, if leaving a day job to pursue your entrepreneurial passion seems like a good idea, what’s holding you b
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Get Your Financials Investor-Ready
Posted by maplesummit under FinanceFrom http://www.openforum.com 4718 days ago
Made Hot by: Sun Tzu Business Guide on December 30, 2011 1:30 pm
As 2011 ends, I’d like to make an appeal that will help aspiring entrepreneurs make money. Get your financial model in investor-ready shape before sending it to potential investors.
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Paying Strictly For Performance? You’re Probably Paying Too Much
Posted by Jed under FinanceFrom http://www.openforum.com 4719 days ago
Made Hot by: Small Business Bluesman on December 30, 2011 5:11 am
Business owners who want to pay employees for performance should take a good look at what happens during the off-season of any professional sport. They should, that is, if they want to learn how not to do performance-based pay.
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Tax Deduction: Home Office
Posted by MMarquit under TaxesFrom http://plantingmoneyseeds.com 4723 days ago
Made Hot by: stillwagon428 on December 27, 2011 4:15 pm
You can deduct the costs associated with your business in your home office. However, it’s important to be careful about how you go about taking your deduction.
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5 Ways To Contain Rising Healthcare Costs
Posted by maplesummit under FinanceFrom http://www.openforum.com 4725 days ago
Made Hot by: Ruth Stone on December 27, 2011 12:12 am
There are actions you can take to provide the care you want for your staff to keep them healthy and protected without causing you financial hardship.
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The Top Franchises For 2019
Posted by franpro under FranchisesFrom http://thefranchiseking.com 4726 days ago
Made Hot by: Entrepreneurosaurus on December 26, 2011 4:34 am
I've just finished writing my first-ever, "Top Franchise" list, and it's a doozy. Instead of choosing a random number like 500, or even 100, I've chosen to use a number that most small business owners are familiar with.I'm kidding. Check out the list...
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