Dec 19, 2016
Right in your own home, you have a tremendously versatile, perhaps even portable powerhouse at your disposal: your computer. Much more than a word processor or a shopping tool, your PC or laptop could be the foundation of a home-based business. Your options are...
Dec 15, 2016
Even though you may have a robust customer base, unique products and committed employees, disorganized or negligent financial practices can sabotage your best efforts. It’s much like planting a beautiful garden but failing to water and fertilize it. If you think it’s...
Dec 5, 2016
There is no way around it: Lawsuits are more prevalent today than ever. Ranging from legitimate to preposterous, litigation of any kind can be life-changing for plaintiff and defendant alike. Learn how obtaining more liability coverage can provide a vital layer of...
Dec 1, 2016
Traditional commercial property insurance protects you against theft, natural disaster and fire. Many policies also cover the loss of income or increase in expenses that result from the covered event. One type of insurance for a commercial property that you may not...
Nov 18, 2016
Winter might often be referred to as an old man, but there is nothing feeble about the damage this cold and storm-prone season can cause to your business. Take steps to protect the enterprise you have worked so hard to build. Assess Your Level of Risk Here is a grim...
Nov 14, 2016
Now that you have launched your home-based business, you might be finding that one of the very qualities that made leaving the commuting rat race compelling actually has some drawbacks. If you are missing the camaraderie of colleagues and feeling a little bit...
Oct 31, 2016
In days gone by, nothing more than a handshake was needed to seal a bargain between a business owner and a client. These days, however, so-called gentleman’s agreements are not sufficient protection either for the entrepreneur or the person receiving the service. You...
Oct 28, 2016
Keeping your employees happy is probably one of your highest priorities as a business owner. Providing them with competitive pay and benefits is only part of the solution. In addition, you are responsible for creating a workplace that is as safe as possible. By so...
Oct 25, 2016
In 1970, the Occupational Safety and Health Act was passed, creating the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). This agency creates and enforces protective workplace safety and health standards. It has set forth specific rules related to workplace...
Oct 17, 2016
Cyber attacks may sound like the stuff of spy fiction, but they are very real; just ask executives at Target, Sony and Yahoo. Another stark reality is that they don’t just afflict mega-corporations; they could happen to you. Fortunately, there are ways you can protect...
