Our November 23, 2010 post was the first regarding starting a business.
There are a number of considerations relating to starting a business, two major considerations are, new start up or taking over an existing business.
If you are considering taking over a business this can be favorable regarding taking over the system that the previous business owner used to receive immediate revenues.
One key area relating to taking over the business is existing employees. Retaining key people that are emplo...
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Historically, small business starts were leading in adding new jobs to the American economy and this may still be true on a smaller scale in today's economic times.
There are a number of small businesses starting out more on the self-employed scale due to job loss and the lack thereof in the job market today.
Small Businesses need capital and in the past a home equity line of credit or business credit cards could carry the business for sometime until revenues started picking up.  Unfortunately,...
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Working from home can be quite challenging.  You need self discipline, a set schedule, daily and weekly goals.
Overcoming challenges that will distract you from productivity is daunting at times.  Economics is one of the key deciding factors when starting your business. Should you work entirely from home and eventually move it to a separate space, or lease the space immediately?  The type of business of course is a major factor in the decision also.  
You can make arrangements to have a tempora...
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This is an effort to recognize small businesses by American Express Saturday
November 27, 2010 and is greatly appreciated.
Smalls businesses employ a number of people in the U.S., and is also a way for individuals to support themselves during this tough time in our economy.  Again, this effort and others are appreciated to help small businesses to continue to fuel our economy with jobs.
The promotion includes giving registered card members $25.00 back when they use the card at a small business. ...
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Making a will is a task that is low on the priority list for some but one of the important decision making tools that will effect your family significantly.
Recent experience with a family member that passed intestate was a learnng experience for me.
Interesting...There are some things that a will won't do.
If you have a retirement plan, an investment account, or life insurance, you probably had to  choose a beneficiary somewhere along the way. Every account of yours that already has a beneficia...
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During our present economic times as it relates to unemployment, starting a business is an option for some.
Reserve capital and business planning are key to the success.

Found an interesting article to share on this topic.
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