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Find out the pros and cons of franchising vs. licensing and how to decide which one is right for you.

Franchising allows you to start a business quickly without reinventing the wheel. Here are the best franchise opportunities for 2021.

Do you want to be one of the fastest growing businesses of 2021? Learn what industries are growing and how you can follow their lead.

PPP loan forgiveness can allow you to cover payroll costs without repayment obligations. Here’s what you need to know.

SBA grants and loans are available to help small business owners impacted by COVID-19. Find out if you qualify.

Find out when to use simple interest or amortized loans to purchase assets and finance your business’s growth.

Your personal credit score can hugely impact the security of your business’s future. Find out the average score for small business owners.

If the IRS finds your business loan has a below-market interest rate, you’ll owe imputed interest. Here’s what that means for you.

Your Equifax business credit report is a portrait of your company’s financial health. Here’s how to apply its findings to help your business.

Following business regulations protects your customers, employees and helps you avoid a lawsuit. Here are the rules you should know.

A “certificate of good standing” proves your business is operating in accordance with state law. Here’s why you need one.

We’ll explain the DuPont analysis, how it benefits your business and how you can use it to improve your performance or attract investors.

With online users in the billions, a competitive web presence is crucial. Here’s our digital marketing strategy guide with everything you need to know.

Small Business Week happens each year as a chance to appreciate local businesses. Make the most of it by celebrating your staff and loyal customers.

Find out what an elevator pitch is and how to write one. Plus, see examples of elevator speeches and templates you can start using today.

Review this guide and learn which business travel expenses you can deduct, even if you’re combining a short vacation with the family.

Knowing how to measure the financial health of a company can help your business with financial planning. Here are 8 signs to look for.

Do you know the difference between cash vs accrual accounting? Learn the advantages and disadvantages of each and which to use in your business.

These young Black entrepreneurs are changing the conversation on what it means to be a business owner. Here are 10 Black-owned businesses to watch in 2021.

The importance of work-life balance ranks highly for both business and personal reasons. Here’s how to keep both halves in harmony.

The why and how of giving back to your community: the benefits, 17 give-back ideas, inspiring examples, and best practices you should know.

Business lawsuit insurance protects you from financial catastrophe. Here’s what you need to know about different types of coverage.

An employee could file a lawsuit against your business for anything from sexual harassment to negligent reviews. Attorney and author Jonathan Hyman wrote that a company’s litigation costs could run anywhere from $75,000-$250,000, regardless of whether you win the case. Employment practices liability insurance (EPLI) exists to protect you from those crippling costs. Learn more […]

Learn how to identify the risks in your business and select the best small business insurance company with the lowest premiums.

Do you want to improve customer experiences and increase sales? Use these creative retail display ideas to delight shoppers.

Here are 6 retail technology trends taking center stage in 2021. Discover the shopping experiences consumers want in ecommerce and brick and mortar.

To get a lowdown on the latest ecommerce trends, here is our ultimate list of ecommerce statistics for 2021.

Fostering employee accountability means taking steps to retain, engage and challenge your staff. Learn how to hold them accountable without taking away their autonomy.

Remote hiring is becoming the new normal as more businesses go virtual. Here are 10 tips to help you hire the perfect remote staff.

Remote training has grown increasingly important as more businesses go virtual. Here’s an 8-step approach to train virtual workers.

There are multiple factors to consider before buying and running a small hotel. You’ll have to weigh what you can afford when you buy a hotel and evaluate the average hotel and motel prices in your target area. The hospitality industry is highly competitive, with so many large, established brands already inhabiting the top markets. […]

Green property management is a big trend in 2020. Being eco-friendly doesn’t just benefit the environment; it reduces energy costs as well as your carbon footprint. It’s also appealing to current and potential tenants. According to an AMLI Residential survey of its tenants, 84% of respondents said sustainable living is “very important” to them. Sixty-four […]

Fast Capital 360 is letting you in on 6 of the most common business lawsuits and how to avoid them. Find out how to protect your company from litigation today.

Fast Capital 360 is letting you in on how to respond to a lawsuit against your business. Find out what steps to take when your business is sued.

Here are the details about President Trump’s executive order to enact a partial payroll tax deferral for the remainder of 2020.

To thrive in the post-pandemic era of remote work, here are the benefits of cloud migration which you should consider.

A business intelligence software helps entrepreneurs make data-driven decisions. Here’s a list of the top software available.

No company is safe from hackers. But knowing what to do after a data breach helps. Learn to minimize the damage with these tips.