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Business » Small Business | By Andrew Stratton @ Thursday, 11th December 2008 @ 9:40 PM

Eye glasses and contacts are amazing products. They enable much of the world\'s population to see! They have undergone a long and fruitful history throughout time and today glasses and contacts are both made of different materials. This is a wonderful advantage, because it allows optical labs and contact lens manufacturers to provide different people with the right kind of fit and durability. Eye Glasses These are the oldest type of lens materials available. They still offer c... more...

Business » Small Business | By Jack Sinclair @ Thursday, 11th December 2008 @ 8:01 PM

Did you know that selling products with master resell rights is a fantastic way to earn an online income?It permits you to sell a hot selling item, without creating it, or even knowing how it or the website was made. To start off, let\'s review the definition of master resell rights. It simply means you get a product, and then have the ability to sell it, and offer resell rights to anyone that buys it. Of course, you may also sell it without resale rights, but having the two option... more...

Business » Small Business | By Wayne Davies @ Thursday, 11th December 2008 @ 9:06 AM

For the small business owner or self-employed person, both the sole proprietorship and the general partnership put you in the world of unlimited liability. All your personal assets are at risk. A business-related accident or lawsuit could literally wipe you out. How do you move from the world of unlimited liability to limited liability? By forming a \"C\" Corporation, an \"S\" Corporation, or a Limited Liability Company (LLC). Here\'s a quick overview of... more...

Business » Small Business | By Wayne Davies @ Wednesday, 10th December 2008 @ 10:45 PM

Let me introduce you to Tony. Tony is a computer programmer who always wanted to be \"on his own.\" One of his co-workers, Kevin, felt the same way. On their lunch breaks they often talked of the day when they\'d be calling the shots and making all the money. Before long, they got the guts to tell their employer they were quitting to start their own business. They didn\'t know much about paperwork, but Tony\'s brother-in-law, Kyle, who worked for an insurance... more...

Business » Small Business | By Juhani Tontti @ Wednesday, 10th December 2008 @ 5:32 PM

During this serious financial crisis, jobs online have become a realistic opportunity to earn extra cash from home or even full time online income. When you look through the many online opportunities, like typing jobs online, you will see that you have lots of skills and expertise, with which you can earn money online. These are online data entry jobs, typing jobs online, online writing jobs, product testing, rebate processing or you can get paid to take online surveys. All these... more...

Business » Small Business | By Wayne Davies @ Wednesday, 10th December 2008 @ 10:35 AM

Are you still operating your business as a sole proprietorship? The purpose of this article is to provide a compelling reason for you to consider incorporating your small business or self-employment activity. The tax benefits can put thousands of dollars in your pocket every year. But the Number One reason to consider incorporating has nothing to do with tax reduction and everything to do with asset protection. Here\'s a story to help you decide whether forming a... more...

Business » Small Business | By Dave Kauppi @ Tuesday, 9th December 2008 @ 11:17 AM

If this recent market meltdown has taught us anything it is to make sure you are diversified over several investments and asset classes. Would you recommend that a client put 80% or more of their assets into a single investment? Of course not, but a large percentage of your clients actually have that level of concentration. Your clients that are business owners likely have 80% or more of their family\'s net worth tied up in their business. On top of that, privately held businesses a... more...

Business » Small Business | By Dave Kauppi @ Sunday, 7th December 2008 @ 2:56 AM

When a company approaches you and broaches the subject of acquiring your company, it is very difficult to suppress those feelings of riches beyond your wildest dreams. Your thoughts start to move from the twelve hour work days, personnel issues, keeping your clients happy, and drift toward the tropical island with the grass hut, the perfect climate, the umbrella drinks, and the abundant leisure time. Snap out of it! Put that Champaign away and get back to reality. We had been engaged by ... more...

Business » Small Business | By Leslie Hamp @ Thursday, 4th December 2008 @ 9:02 PM

Tis the season for parties, gift giving AND networking. While many small business owners think December is a time to put marketing on the back burner, we think otherwise. The holiday gatherings can be a good time for small business owners to market. Why? A key Guerrilla Marketing tactic is networking, and networking is a natural during the holiday season. You\'ll see old friends and colleagues, discuss how the year went and share goals for the upcoming year. Use the holidays as a ti... more...

Business » Small Business | By Wayne Davies @ Thursday, 4th December 2008 @ 8:25 AM

As a sole proprietor, have you considered incorporating your small business or self-employment activity? If so, maybe you\'ve been wondering, \"Does it matter what time of year I form a corporation or limited liability company?\" From a legal standpoint, any time is the best time. The sooner you incorporate, the sooner you make the move from the world of unlimited liability to the world of limited liability. From a tax savings standpoint, any time is the best t... more...