It’s an odd contradiction but it exists at many companies in the oil and gas services market place. The simple answer to this question is that for most companies, administration is just a cost of doing business. It’s not what they do to make money. This is true but, it ignores a certain reality Read More
To find an investor to fund your project at 100% you will need to look for "love money" – money from friends and family. Keep in mind that investors are reluctant to invest in you if you are not investing in your project. So consider how much of your own money you are willing to invest. Read More
Information on franchise investment returns and knowing what to expect. What return on my investment (ROI) can I expect? On average, how long does it take the franchise to mature to make that return? What return would be considered exceptional results? Read More
Microfinance has played a major role in taking the financial services to the bottom of the pyramid in many regions of the country, especially in the southern and eastern parts of India. The Indian microfinance industry has outstanding loans worth USD 4.6 billion to 70 million borrowers. This indust Read More
In a recent study by TD Bank Financial Group it was determined that one of the primary challenges facing small business was cash flow (The other two were managing clients and government red tape). This probably comes as no surprise to most small business owners, especially in the early stages. Th Read More
There are well over 3,000 different franchise opportunities to choose from, so it's important for you to be able to manage the process of looking for a franchise business of your own. Use these 10 tips for investing in a franchise as your personal roadmap to help you get where you want to go. Read More
By Rieva Lesonsky Commercial lending to midsize businesses is projected to grow this year, according to data from bond-market advisory firm CreditSights reports CFO.com. After two years of a credit crunch, why are banks now announcing new plans to focus on commercial lending?

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Managing your money in terms of income, expenses, cash flow, and accounts, all begins with the individual. It has been shown that if you can look after your own finances personally, you have a much better chance of showing good financial management in your business. Read More
If you're starting a home based small business what kinds of tax deductions can you claim both when setting up your business and after wards for things like travel etc? This discussion at the Business Owners' Idea Cafe yielded some advice from consultant Lillyvette Montalvo. Read some of her sugges Read More
What is and is NOT tax deductible in terms of expenses incurred while running your small business? Well, it's not always an easy question to answer and, of course, if you're new to filling out small business tax forms you may want to consult with an accountant or professional tax preparer before ma Read More
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