Jul 16, 2019 | Business Financing
As a small business owner, it is critical to ensure the financial accuracy of daily transactions and use that data to make decisions for the future. As your small business grows and you take on more customers, vendors, and employees, keeping track of how much money...Read more
Jul 11, 2019 | Business Financing
Managing cash flow is the key to success for any seasonal small business owner. Although manufacturing and sales may slow down or even cease in the off-season, the basic operating expenses remain. Insurance, taxes, rent, utilities, and salaries still have to be paid,...Read more
Jul 9, 2019 | Business Financing
Entrepreneurs often launch their companies as sole proprietorships and avoid incorporating because they think it is a difficult, time-consuming process or because they believe it’s unnecessary for a small business. Although you certainly are not required to...Read more
Jul 2, 2019 | Business Financing
Entrepreneurs and small business owners are often taken to task for wearing too many hats. However, the ability to perform multiple functions – and be an effective “Jack of all trades” – is a reality that most business owners deal with as they work to grow their...Read more
Jun 20, 2019 | Business Financing
The Summer Solstice takes place tomorrow making it the longest day of the year. For many small business owners, the official arrival of summer brings with it an inevitable slowdown in both customer demand and employee productivity. If your business is seasonal, it may...Read more
Jun 18, 2019 | Business Financing
It’s not unusual for small businesses to run into situations where they suddenly have too little cash on hand. This can happen no matter the health of your company or whether you are in manufacturing, transportation, distribution, or professional services....Read more
Jun 13, 2019 | Business Financing
As a small business owner, you understand the importance of being on top of day-to-day administrative tasks. But, between juggling customer demands and vendor issues and managing operations and staff, it can be tough to allocate the necessary time and attention....Read more
Jun 11, 2019 | Business Financing
In the world of small business, achieving success is not always easy. However, numerous studies have shown that there are commonalities among the entrepreneurs who do have success. We’ve put together a list of some of the essential items on the “To Do” lists of small...Read more
Jun 6, 2019 | Business Financing
Whether their seasonal business is experiencing a cash flow crunch or they need working capital to take advantage of an expansion opportunity, entrepreneurs and small business owners know when it’s time to consider financing. However, what they don’t know often...Read more
Jun 4, 2019 | Business Financing
Many small business owners take stock of where they stand at the beginning or end of the calendar year. However, checking your progress at the halfway point can help you spot and resolve issues with systems, processes, or products, take advantage of immediate...Read more