Finding out that you owe taxes can be a bit unnerving, especially if you owe more than what you expected. Don’t worry — it is not the end of the world if you’ve gone through the numbers and you’re left with a tax bill. Here are a few steps to take: Get Ahead of It […]
Tax time is upon us. If you recently became self-employed or started a business, you know that one of the most stressful times of the year can be tax season. Business owners and contractors are responsible for paying their own taxes. Filing is often no longer a quick fix where you’re in and out, then receive […]
Today, we are privy to a lot of information about everyone’s lives. We can follow friends, family members and celebrities on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest, SnapChat, and more platforms. We can get newsletters from any blog that we like. Our phone will send us alerts anytime someone likes one of our posts. And all of […]
The idea of self-employment has become a bit glamorized across the internet and social media. It’s a status symbol to be your own boss. But that doesn’t mean working for yourself full-time is right for everyone. In some cases, having a full-time job and running a business on the side is actually a better fit. […]
Running one business can be hard enough. That said, could you ever see yourself overseeing two or three businesses at the same time? I have a few entrepreneur friends to run multiple businesses. Recently, I got a new type of business and was wondering how I’d find the time, energy, and structure to work on […]
Selling online is a great way to make money. It has fairly low overhead, can be done by businesses in any niche, and can be a source of passive income. But there are some things to be aware of before you slap a product on your website and start collecting payments. Here’s a checklist to […]
Stock market indices may have stabilized, but you wouldn’t guess it by speaking to small business owners around the country. For the first time in eight quarters, a Florida Chamber of Commerce survey of small business owners found that economic uncertainty beat out workforce quality as their primary concern. But it’s not just in Florida […]
January flew by, and we’re already in the second month of the year. If you’re realizing you haven’t made much progress towards achieving your 2019 business goals, it’s probably time to take a look at your mindset. Sometimes we have all the skills in the world, a fantastic business idea, and the best intentions, but […]
A financially secure small business. Does it sound like an oxymoron? It doesn’t have to be if you set yourself up right and if you practice good financial business habits. There is a wealth of knowledge on the internet from entrepreneurs at all levels, and there are more tools than ever before to help new […]
As the cost of retail fraud grows year-over-year, merchants are constantly looking for ways to tackle security challenges and reduce their liability burden. Blockchain technology, with the ability to create secure digital wallets, offers intriguing potential solutions. Know-your-customer regulations were designed as a due diligence to prevent financial institutions and individuals alike from fraudulent transactions. Though the […]