Finance
What is a Credit Inquiry and Why is it Important?
There are a lot of factors that go into determining your credit score. While you’re likely aware that being tardy in repayments or declaring bankruptcy are the kinds of things that can damage your credit…
Turn Your Receivables into Cash Quicker Using Telecom Factoring
There’s no denying that maintaining a small or even a medium-sized business can be tough in this day and age. The telecommunications sector often receives the brunt of it, because the face of the industry…
Steps to Avoid an IRS Worker Classification Audit
Any small business must hire more people as the business grows and thrives. At the initial stage when work is sporadic, it may make sense to hire contractors like a web designer to create an…
9 Reasons You Were Denied a Small Business Loan
If you’ve just been denied a small business loan and find yourself asking why, the answer might lie in one of the nine reasons below. We can’t supply a cure-all for fixing your loan application…
Tax Cuts and Jobs Act: Key Provisions Affecting Businesses
The recently passed tax reform bill, commonly referred to as the “Tax Cuts and Jobs Act” (TCJA), is the most expansive federal tax legislation since 1986. It includes a multitude of provisions that will have…
Foreign Currency Exchange is Easier Than Ever
The way in which foreign currencies are exchanged has changed considerably over the course of the last two decades. Back in the mid to late 1990s, customers had few options or alternatives when it came…
What Does Your Pricing Say About You?
Last week, we explored some of the key considerations that a business should take into account as they set their prices. But this week, I want to take a look at what your pricing strategy…
5 Ways You Could Be Damaging Your Company’s Credit Score
Almost every small company needs to borrow at one point or another, and ideally sooner than later. And when you do, your credit score will dictate who does business with you and at what interest…
2017 Year-End Tax Savings Tips Not to Overlook
With the possibility that tax law changes could go into effect next year that would significantly reduce income tax rates for many businesses, 2017 may be an especially good year to accelerate deductible expenses. Why?…
Payroll and Tax Issues to Be Aware of at Year-End
With an overhaul of the nation’s tax system in full swing, it can be difficult for small businesses to know what to expect when it comes to tax laws and regulations next year. But, if…