It may seem early to be stressing about taxes, but many business owners are already worrying about April 15.  Read More →

So you want to sell retail? Whether you are setting up a main street store or an online store, you are going to need a relationship with a wholesaler or wholesalers. The same goes for service-based businesses such as hair salons and auto body shops, who can often earn additional income from selling complementary products in their business location. However, finding and forming a trusted relationship with the right wholesaler can seem a daunting... 

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...