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In our previous blog post, we discussed the rise of credit unions and their new status as the winning banking option for small business owners thanks to their low-fee accounts, lower loan rates, and customer service.

Banks have had a bad rap in recent years due, in part, to the financi Read More

Tax time brings with it a sense of urgency and pressure, and mistakes inevitably follow. Tax deductions go unclaimed, paper trails go awry and costly surprises can result.

Here are eight of the most common tax preparation mistakes that small businesses make, plus some tips for mitigating them. Read More

Despite the rise of social media, email is still our favorite form of communication. But getting the attention of prospects and customers in their crowded inbox isn’t easy. That’s why it’s so important to get your subject line right. 33% of email recipients open email based on the subject line alon Read More

Tax season isn’t just about getting your return in time and all the commotion that goes with it; it’s also a great opportunity to boost sales. Tax-time promotions, offers and tie-ins can add some fun to this busy time of year and hopefully make you some money too!
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Many small business owners are business owners for life, but what happens to your business if something happens to you? Here are some tips for protecting your income and your business should something happen to you. Read More

Most business owners gravitate towards banks when looking for a financial institution to support their banking, lending, and credit card needs. But banks are not the only option, here are a few reasons why many observers and industry experts consider credit unions the winning choice for small busin Read More

One of the easiest ways that small business owners can reduce their tax burden is to maximize business tax deductions. But doing so is often easier said than done. To help you streamline and automate this process, here are 10+ tools and apps that can ease expense capture and management process. Read More

Competition is a keen threat that keeps many small business owners on their toes, but it doesn’t have to be that way. If you’ve ever watched TV business makeover shows, you’ll know that any turnaround strategy starts with an assessment of the competition. You simply can’t win a battle if you have n Read More

Cash flow or rather a lack of it is one of the main reasons that small businesses fail. Too often, businesses focus on overall profitability as a metric in their planning and review exercises.

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Dealing with an inconsistent income is one of the hardest and most stressful aspects of being a solo entrepreneur. One minute it’s a feast, next a famine, and it’s hard to predict which is coming next.

While unpredictable income is not something that will ever go away, here are four th Read More