Smart Questions for Late-Paying Clients
It's the end of the year, and all you want to do is close your books. The problem? All those customers who still owe you money. Here's how to ask them to cou... Read more
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As part of a broader enforcement effort, the IRS increased audits of S corporations by 34 percent this year. Read more
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Entrepreneurs Twice as Charitable as Heirs
Self-made millionaires donate an average of $120,000 more per year than those that inherited their wealth. Read more
Your Civic Duty, As Well As Savvy Marketing
The benefits of volunteering your business as a polling place. Read more
Why Investors Are Suddenly So Secretive
Why venture capitalists are increasingly choosing to keep their latest deals under wraps. Read more
Until Death, or Some Other Sticky Problem, Do Us Part
The best advice on partnership is: Don't. But if you must, here's what you need to know. Read more
Smart Questions for Your Accountant
Forget holiday shopping. Now's the time to huddle with your CPA and make year-end tax moves that will shave Uncle Sam's bill. Here are a few questions to ask... Read more
Update: Tax on Fancy Freebies
Dealing with the death of the free gift bag. Read more
Road Worriers
Expense reporting brings out the crazy in people. Read more
The Offer, Part One
You'd think he'd be celebrating, but our columnist has discovered that getting a great offer for your business can be a very scary proposition. Read more
Case Study: To Take Private Equity or Not
Raising private equity seemed like the best way to rev up Sunrise Windows. But were the stakes too high? Read more
How To Write a Buy-Sell Agreement
Along with a general agreement about ownership and responsibilities, every business with multiple owners needs a buy-sell agreement. Read more
Wyoming, South Dakota Top List of States with Best Tax Climate
In contrast, Rhode Island and Ohio ranked as the worst tax states for businesses. Read more
Comerica Bank, Starwood Hotels Launch Credit Cards for Business Owners
A weekly look at the latest products and services designed to help you run a better business. Read more
Majority of Business Owners Have Defined Exit Strategy
Male and female entrepreneurs are just as likely to have long-term plans for their companies, according to a new study. Read more
Three Scary Words: "Buy It Used" [Video] 
With more people buying stuff used, companies have to rethink everything from a product's durability to the terms of their warranties. Staff reporter Max ... Watch video
Average Angel Investment Climbs 22 Percent
Angels are investing more money, but in fewer companies, a new report shows. Read more
Shutterfly Soars During Nasdaq Opening
The former Inc. 500 company raised $87 million with its initial public offering. Read more
Smart Questions for Your Credit Card Company [Video]
Credit card companies send out billions of offers every year. From introductory rates to rewards programs, articles editor Larry Kanter explains how to ma... Watch video
Most Business Owners Plan to Sell Within Three Years
A seller's market and aging baby-boomer population is causing many entrepreneurs to consider exiting. Read more
Microsoft Releases Free Accounting Software
A weekly look at the latest products and services designed to help your business. Read more
Fearing Economic Uncertainty, Companies Put Spending Plans on Hold
In a shift from earlier this year, CEOs say they plan to invest less in new equipment and facilities. Read more
Finders, Weepers
Texas tackles a thorny issue. Read more
Smart Questions for Your Credit Card Company
More than six billion credit card offers jammed mailboxes last year, and competition among business card issuers for new customers is fiercer than ever. Here... Read more
Google Launches Online Coupons for Small Businesses
A weekly look at the latest products and services that will help you build a better business. Read more
Companies Push for Renewal of R&D Tax Credit
Manufacturers say a prolonged gap in incentives is cutting into their bottom line. Read more
Smart Questions for Your Insurance Agent [Audio]
Most business owners are not protected from catastrophe. Articles editor Larry Kanter explains which types of insurance can help keep your company afloat.... Watch video
Christmas All Year Round
CEO Fred Schwam takes us inside his workshop, which designs holiday decorations for Radio City Music Hall, Saks Fifth Avenue, and other New York City land... Watch video
Democrats Block Effort to Reduce Estate Tax, Raise Minimum Wage
Republicans fell four votes short of advancing a bill that combined two key issues for business owners. Read more
SBA Issues Loans to N.Y. Businesses Hit by Blackout
Businesses disrupted by the prolonged power outage are eligible for up to $1.5 million. Read more
Small Businesses Maintain Optimistic Outlook
Energy costs and rate hikes fail to erode a positive view based on companies’ own successes. Read more
Assessing Vonage's Grim IPO
Was it a fluke or a sign that investors no longer prize growth-company stocks? Read more
Smart Questions for Your Insurance Agent
Are you protected if a catastrophe hits? Quite possibly not. More than half of small businesses don't have business-interruption insurance, a recent survey f... Read more
