One of the best reasons to incorporate your business as a limited liability company (LLC) is to be able to take advantage of the possible tax benefits. Forming an LLC is an important step to make your business “official” as a legal entity and protect your personal...
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8 Tax Savings Hacks Small Business Owners Often Miss
Small businesses often run on tight margins, and you’ll need to pay self-employment, federal and state taxes on any profit you make. If you own a limited liability company (LLC), there are several excellent ways that you can reduce your taxes. Of course, managing your...
The Small Business Owner’s Guide to Sending, Receiving, Saving and Protecting Funds
One discussion I have immediately with my new small business clients is that of how they plan to send, receive, save and protect their funds to make sure that all of their financial needs and goals will be met without delay or disruption to their daily operations....
$10,000 Grants for Women Entrepreneurs from Dove Chocolates on Instagram
Dove Chocolates is awarding three grants to women-owned businesses this holiday season. The Dove Chocolates InstaGrants program is open now through December 19. And applicants can win $10,000 just by submitting a video about their business idea. Dove Chocolates...
Use This Checklist to Avoid Buying a ‘Zombie’ Franchise
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. “Zombie franchises” are out there. What is a zombie franchise? It’s one that has stalled out but still markets its franchise opportunity as if nothing is wrong. The brand is typically shrinking in both...
5 Types of Crowdfunding You Should Know About
Crowdfunding campaigns have recently emerged as a way to secure funding for projects and businesses. A successful crowdfunding campaign can be incredibly useful as a way to gain investment for your business and attract customers. There are a few different types of...