If you’re thinking about starting an IT business, one of the essential steps is specifying the types of IT services your company provides. No two IT companies are the same because there are tons of different opportunities out there for delivering value to clients. If you are serious about starting an IT Services company, check…
Consignment refers to an arrangement where goods are placed in the care of a store until a buyer purchases the item. The owner of the goods — the consignor – retains ownership of the items until they sell. When the item sells, the shop or person who sold the product — the consignee — would…
Congressman Roger Williams (R-TX), Chairman of the House Committee on Small Business, together with Representatives Ellzey (R-TX), Bean (R-FL), and Hunt (R-TX), has raised concerns over a new proposed rule from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) that could impose onerous financial demands on small businesses. In a letter addressed to EPA Administrator Michael Regan, the…
There’s a bit of confusion regarding the Small Business Administration Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) and the Covid-19 EIDL. Let’s clear that up first: During the Covid years, as part of the CARES Economic Aid Act, the SBA added a Covid-19 EIDL grant to the EIDL loans program. The SBA soon expanded the Covid-19 EIDL…
Whether it inspires them to start their own lemonade stands or to dream of making a million dollars in their futures, it’s rarely a bad time to start teaching kids about business. When they are taught money lessons, children learn not only how to manage their own money, but also the most efficient strategies for…
Craft businesses can be both fun and profitable. However, you first need to find the right idea that will maximize your strengths and appeal to customers. If you’re looking for the perfect craft business idea to start, here’s a full list of options to consider. What Crafts Are in High Demand Right Now? There are…
Shopify has launched over 100 new features to help small business owners be more productive and innovative as part of their Summer ’23 Edition product updates. The updates leverage the power of artificial intelligence (AI), a fee-free business credit card, an AI-powered commerce assistant, and a new platform to streamline business-to-business (B2B) sales. In the…
For the new business that is just starting out, a common question is, “When is the right time to file a trademark application?” Should business owners bother registering before their product or service is ready, or just wait until they’re ready to officially launch to the marketplace? In the U.S., a business gets common law…
The world of small business ownership can often feel daunting, especially when it comes to operating your business in multiple states. This is a particularly complex area that can stir confusion and misunderstanding, making it feel like you’re expected to be proficient in areas like tax and state law, even though your primary expertise might…
In the right areas of the U.S., someone with a plow hitch on the front of their pickup truck or tractor is a busy person these days and if they’ve done their planning right, sitting on a lot of extra cash right now. In fact, starting a snow plowing business in the right location can…