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Business Structure and Taxes: 5 Things You Need to Know

2/16/11 at 5:00 PM

The type of business you own -- sole proprietorship, partnership, LLC, S corporation or C corporation -- has a big impact on how you file your taxes. How to find the right filing dates, tax forms and more. Continue Reading

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Obama Plans to Cut SBA Budget Almost in Half

2/14/11 at 3:00 PM

The president's 2012 budget proposal slashes Small Business Administration funding by 45 percent, although the agency's 2010 total was significantly inflated because of stimulus spending. Continue Reading

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Tax and Accounting Software: 5 Things You Need to Know

2/10/11 at 11:00 PM

Toss out your pencils, adding machine and shoebox full of receipts. How to choose the right tax and accounting software for your business. Continue Reading

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Overlooked Small-Business Tax Deductions: 5 Things You Need to Know

2/08/11 at 4:00 PM

Almost every business expense you make can turn into a tax break. How to find the ones that will save you even more money. Continue Reading

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Steve Strauss

How to 'Crowdfund' Your American Dream

1/23/11 at 9:00 PM

Politicians do it, and now more and more people are finding money to start their businesses thanks to small contributions from supporters. Continue Reading

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Factoring: 5 Things You Need to Know

1/23/11 at 8:00 PM

Factors purchase invoices at a discount, which helps companies get paid more quickly. How to use factoring. Continue Reading

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Survey Says: Americans Are Literally in Love with Their Smartphones

1/19/11 at 10:00 PM

Business owners spend more quality time with their phones than their significant others, according to a new survey. Continue Reading

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Hugh Hefner Taking Playboy Private

1/10/11 at 2:00 PM

The 84-year-old iconic entrepreneur will buy back all outstanding shares of Playboy Enterprises. Continue Reading

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Last-Minute 2010 Tax Savings: 5 Things You Need to Know

12/22/10 at 11:00 PM

Before you hit the rest of those holiday parties, you might want to look over your company's books one more time. How to squeeze some extra savings out of your 2010 tax bill. Continue Reading

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Steve Strauss

In 2011, Throw Your Budget Out the Window

12/21/10 at 2:30 PM

Nobody likes budgeting. But if you think about a budget as simply a roadmap to help your company get where you want to go, the process can be a lot easier. Continue Reading

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The Obama Tax Deal: 5 Things You Need to Know

12/17/10 at 5:00 PM

The $858 billion package of tax cuts and unemployment benefits, which President Obama signed into law, has a number of provisions affecting business owners. Continue Reading

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Winning Government Contracts: 5 Things You Need to Know

12/06/10 at 6:00 PM

Uncle Sam spends billions of dollars every year. How to position your company to win government contracts. Continue Reading

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Survey Says: What Really Gets Online Shoppers to Buy

12/01/10 at 7:30 PM

A majority of business owners say free shipping is their key to sealing the deal. But how many plan to offer the service this holiday season? Continue Reading

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Managing Cash Flow: 5 Things You Need to Know

11/11/10 at 7:00 PM

When too much money goes out the front door and not enough comes in, a business quickly finds itself trouble. How to manage cash flow effectively. Continue Reading

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More Employers Consider Offering Raises

11/10/10 at 8:00 PM

As Google plans to offer $1,000 bonuses and 10 percent raises to its employees, a new survey finds more employers plan to hand out bigger paychecks in 2011. Continue Reading

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