Bootstrapping a business (or as we used to call it years ago, making your business “growth based”) is one sure-fire way to build a sustainable business under these circumstances. Of course, if they nay-sayers are all right, we’ll all have no credit to speak of and it could be our only option for new businesses for a while, but if a business is able to make due on their own they can come out the o Read More

VALUE-ADDED TAX

VALUE-ADDED TAX  - http://egoist.blogspot.com Avatar Posted by lyceum under Taxes
From http://egoist.blogspot.com 5129 days ago
It could be a good idea to discuss the future tax situation on a day like this...

I have listened to Jim Blasingame's interview (Is a VAT tax in the future for the United States?) with Brian M. Carney and I plan to listen to the following podcasts in the near future: Congratulations, it's Tax Freedom Day with Peter Sepp and Jim Blasingame, Why a VAT is a bad idea for America by Jim Blasingame Read More
Great tips if you are thinking about pitching sophisticated investors. Also, great information for thinking about the value of your business, the size of your target market, and much more. Read More
The title above is one of the most important key points when you are bootstrapping your business. We consider this as the cash flow in our business which we must smartly keep our money rolling. Read More
Creative tips to obtain business finance focuses on strategies to acquire capital, which is a vital component for the success of any commerce. Irrespective of whether a firm is in proprietorship or a big organization, finance plays an important role in its development. Read More
In the current environment, with tight credit, securing start-up capital drives many entrepreneurs to turn to alternative sources. Traditionally friends and family have been an invaluable source of support for the aspiring small business owner. That applies to financial support as well. But beware!! Read More
I know there are some creative writers around here and, while it’s short notice, this contest may be up someone’s alley. There’s only a few days left before your tax return needs to be in the IRS’ hands — but if you’ve got a great reason why your 1040 won’t be ready, Outright is offering a chance to win $500. The absolute best excuse wins. Read More
The markets may be recovering but small business owners, the engine behind the US economy, keep playing the critical waiting game. According to a national survey done by American Express Open, many small businesses say that they cannot hang on especially in hard hit areas where Banks can't or won't lend. Theo Stephan, owner of Global Gardens, speaks out about her struggle to acquire a small busin Read More
Before you get to the “wealth creation” part of franchising, you must write a powerful operations manual. This manual has to be your best work. It will be the foundation of your franchise, and you’ll have to live it and breathe it in order to ensure your success (as well as the success of your franchisees.) Read More
Really a straight up review of what to look for - revenue wise - when acquiring a business. By reviewing the basic tenets of what to look for in revenue streams - it provides a careful overview of how to protect ones self. Read More
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