The lemon is a simple fruit. The sales-tax life cycle of a lemon, however, is not simple by any means. Depending on the state of the lemon, the item the lemon becomes, or the packaging […]

Small retailers are busy preparing for the holiday shopping season, but now’s also the time to reflect on the past year and to look ahead to the future. In 2018, small business owners experienced many […]

Technology gives small business owners an edge, allowing them to use limited resources in smarter, more efficient ways. However, many on Main Street remain slow to adopt new technologies. An AT&T survey reveals that 75% of small […]

For many small business owners, traveling a few times a year (or even as often as every week) is a necessity. Fortunately, you can deduct many of your business expenses on your taxes. Knowing which […]

Nothing says “happy holidays” quite like life insurance. OK, maybe that’s a stretch, but getting your loved ones the financial protection they need is certainly a noble, if not festive, endeavor. If you want to […]

The holiday season is here. You’ve invested countless hours into planning and readying your business, and now it’s time to put it all in action. There’s no doubt about it — the holiday rush is […]

ID theft and credit card fraud are at an all-time high. To attract customers and provide service to as many clients as possible, businesses must be willing to accept payment over the web and mobile […]

There are opportunities for small businesses and startups in the for-profit grant market. It’s just a matter of knowing where to look. Below are some sources for for-profit grants, which may be useful to fund […]

Since becoming a mom eight years ago, I have felt so grateful that I have control over my time, location, client base and professional happiness.  One of the most common questions I get from readers […]