Home-based businesses have been steadily earning more respect from the business world for the powerhouse businesses many are building from their back bedrooms. In the past week, CityMax.com announced winners of its Homepreneur of the Year contest. These are home-based e-commerce business owners who’ve seen rapid growth straight through the downturn. If you need a little inspiration, here are their stories: Contest winner Marco Barberini... 

My last post included information about new tax laws that impact your 2009 business tax return, but the 2010 tax year also brings with it several changes to business tax law. Tax laws often define and support your small business investment and growth strategies. So, it’s important to take stock now, and assess how your business can comply with, and benefit from the changes that apply to the 2010 tax year. Below is a summary of the major changes...