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A Beginner's Guide to Bitcoin: The Problems and Possibilities
By Moazzam Kamran | September 23, 2019

Bitcoin's possibilities are endless, exciting and nuanced. These are some of the problems and emerging solutions for this cryptocurrency.

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11 Brilliant Ways Your Small Business Can Save Money
By Megan Totka | September 20, 2019

These smart tips will help you cut expenses and boost your bank account balance.

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Protecting Your Bottom Line From Data Breaches in 2020
By Isaac Kohen | September 20, 2019

As we head into 2020, protecting your bottom line means understanding the risks of a data breach.

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How Finding Your Purpose Can Help You Recession-Proof Your Company
By DeWayne Ables | September 19, 2019

SMBs that seek out and act on opportunities when times are good will find it easier to weather economic storms.

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7 Profit-Boosting Ways to Protect Your Business From a Recession
By Rashan Dixon | September 18, 2019

Implementing smart growth strategies now can help your business survive a recession.

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3 Non-financial Factors That Affect the Value of Your Business
By Terry Lammers | September 18, 2019

If a company isn't actively growing, it can only glide for so long before it falls back to the ground. Keep these factors in mind to steer clear of the "glider path" trap.

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How Leveraged Buyouts Can Help Small Businesses
By Chris Porteous | September 11, 2019

Leveraged buyouts can help small businesses that may otherwise struggle to attract outside financing.

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Why Every Company Should Have a Business Savings Account
By Ken Gosnell | September 04, 2019

Businesses often live from payroll to payroll. Smart business leaders understand the power of saving for future growth.

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Why You Need a Midyear Business Tax Checkup With Your CPA
By Nickolas Strain | September 03, 2019

Learn about the benefits of meeting with your CPA midyear to review your business taxes.

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Grow Your Small Business by Outsourcing Business Processes
By David Lesniak | September 02, 2019

Achieve greater efficiency, operational performance and more by outsourcing non-revenue-generating tasks to a trustworthy partner.

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How to Start a Business From Scratch
By Elijah Masek-Kelly | August 28, 2019

Building a business without upfront investment is tough, but not impossible.

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What Universal Basic Income Could Mean for Innovation
By Siri Hedreen | August 27, 2019

Will a basic income boost entrepreneurship, or discourage it?

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Talking Shop: Smart Financial Habits Your Small Business Needs to Be Practicing
By Chad Brooks | August 26, 2019

Keeping on top of your finances is critical to the success of your business.

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Talking Shop: Small Businesses Can Make Millions From Federal Government Contracts
By Chad Brooks | August 20, 2019

The U.S. government is the biggest customer in the world for small businesses.

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3 Ways to Gain Audience Trust in Blockchain
By Sean Caputo | August 13, 2019

Spur trust with customers using blockchain.

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What the Current Economic Environment Means for Your Small Business
By Amber Colley | August 01, 2019

These tips can help you safeguard your business against an economic downturn.

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How to Keep Your Business Out of Bankruptcy
By Matthew Debbage | July 09, 2019

Managing your debt is critical to avoiding bankruptcy

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SBA Loan Default: 5 Things You Need to Know Right Now
By Jason Milleisen | May 27, 2019

If you might default on your SBA loan, keep these tips in mind.

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Debt or Equity? Determine the Right Capital Mix for Your Business
By Evan Morris | May 22, 2019

Here is a clear demarcation to find the right debt-to-equity ratio for your business.

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Top Ways to Convert Subprime Leads Into Customers
By Jay Smith | May 19, 2019

Subprime loan applicants can be valuable customers.

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How to Increase Your Restaurant's Profits in 2019
By Zac Johnson | April 19, 2019

Boost your restaurant's bottom line using these strategies.

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4 Easy Ways to Reduce Your Company's Soaring Overhead Costs
By Dave Llorens | April 11, 2019

Asking hard questions can be the first step to cutting overhead costs.

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The Types of Digital Banks and What They Mean For Business
By Diego Caicedo | April 05, 2019

Neo banks, beta banks, new banks and nonbanks are all types of digital banking.

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12 Tax Write-Offs for Real Estate Agents
By Tracy Watson | April 01, 2019

Use these loopholes to simplify your tax preparation.

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4 Things Online Entrepreneurs Must Prepare Before Outsourcing
By Christine James | March 29, 2019

Focus on outlining expectations and finding the right talent when preparing to outsource.

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Translating Finances: Is Math the Same Everywhere?
By Sean Hopwood | March 10, 2019

Translating financial data is not just about the numbers.

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Used Office Furniture: Pros and Cons
By Skye Schooley | March 07, 2019

Buying used can solve your furniture problems, or it can create new dilemmas.

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Small Business Structure Drives Debt Responsibility in Partnerships
By Matt D'Angelo | February 26, 2019

The Business.com community asked what happens with outstanding debt and former business partners. Depending on your business's structure, former partners could be on the hook for unpaid debts.

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When to Upgrade Your Business Structure
By Lori Fairbanks | February 05, 2019

Taxes too high? Worry about liability? It may be time to upgrade your business structure.