Jan 15, 20191 minTrump signs law ensuring shutdown pay for government workersWashington (CNN) President Donald Trump signed a bill providing back pay to federal employees affected by the ongoing partial government...
Dec 8, 20182 minSenate wants to BAN COJToday, U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown – ranking member of the U.S. Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs, and Senator Marco...
Nov 12, 20184 minSix Business Financial Housekeeping Tasks to Get Done Before Year EndThere may be several weeks left in the year before you officially close the books and shift your focus to next year, but getting a head...
Oct 22, 20183 minKeep Your Money: 5 Often-Overlooked Small Business Tax BreaksYou work hard to run your own business, so why not claim all the eligible tax deductions. However, when dealing with the general stresses...
Sep 17, 20182 minHow to Handle Orders without the Danger of Too Much InventoryYou need inventory to fill orders, so having plenty of everything on hand might seem smart. There would never be a stockout and closing...
Aug 20, 20182 min5 things you don’t know about working capital — but shouldWorking capital – the amount left over after subtracting current liabilities from current assets – is the lifeblood of a small business....
Jul 9, 20183 minCaught In a Business Credit Crunch? Short-Term Debt May Be the AnswerWhether you own an upscale boutique, serve as head chef at your own bistro or run a bookkeeping service, one thing is certain—it takes a...
Jun 11, 20182 minWhy Small Businesses Should Keep More Cash in the Bank1. Business opportunities Having more cash on hand can make it easier to seize potential business opportunities. For instance, after a...
May 21, 20183 minHow to Prepare Your Small Business for Cash Flow NeedsIn this series, we’ve been examining financing options and pitfalls through two rival small businesses – Callie’s Cupcakes and Buddy’s...
Apr 23, 20182 min7 Ways of Maintaining Strong Financial Health1. Keep your house in order! Securing a small business loan can propel your potential and lead you towards your goals faster. You would...
Mar 19, 20184 minWhat are your alternative financing options?Every business needs capital to sustain and grow, and alternative financing can help when you most need it. Acquiring inventory,...
Feb 13, 20182 minHot Economy Presents Opportunities For Businesses to SeizeApple Inc. is closing in on a trillion dollar valuation, the DJIA is trading above 25,000 points, wages are rising and so too is consumer...
Jan 8, 20182 minIs Equipment Financing an Option For You?Every small business owner will agree that running a business is very exciting and challenging. From managing an office filled with...
Nov 13, 20173 minAre you looking for small business loan and alternative financing options?This is by far the most frequently used option for small business financing. Revenue-based financing allows small businesses to take...
Aug 14, 20172 min4 Common Challenges to be Aware of After 1 Year in BusinessNo matter how you look at it, owning a business for one year is a huge accomplishment. You’ve gone through the legal paperwork, filed...
May 8, 20173 min7 Sites to See Your Business Credit Report – and 5 of Them are FreeWhat’s in your business credit report? Knowing what lenders see when they’re making financing decisions about your business can help you...
Feb 6, 20174 min7 Mistakes New Small Businesses MakeA great idea is only one part of what makes a business successful. From not researching your market to not vetting or training your...
Sep 5, 20162 minSmall Businesses Are Going to Enjoy a Boom, MCA’s Can HelpThe Small Business Optimism Index surged to 105.8 points in December of 2016. Scores haven’t reached such heights since back in 2004....
May 10, 20163 minCash Crunch? 5 Ways to Handle Accounts Payable WoesBusiness owners the world over know that a smooth cash flow can be critical to a business’s success. But, achieving the optimal flow of...
Feb 16, 20163 minWant a Better Credit Score? Put Banking and Credit Card Alerts to WorkStaying on top of your personal and business credit scores is important if you plan to apply for business financing. Setting up banking...