Managing Your Business

Learn how to keep your business running smoothly with tips on hiring practices, improving sales, reducing liabilities, and more.

13 small business legal requirements and tips for launch
There are many small business legal requirements to keep track of when you start a business. Save yourself the extra stress and use this checklist to monitor your progress.
May 7, 2024 · 7 min read
Bookkeeper vs. accountant: What's the difference, and which is better for your business?
While bookkeeping and accounting often go hand in hand, their job and qualifications are quite distinct from each other.
April 15, 2024 · 15 min read
A small business guide to credit, why you need it, and how to get it
Access to loans and lines of credit is essential to growing a business. However, to gain that access, it's critical to build your company's business credit so you can manage cash flow and access funding better when you need it without affecting your personal credit.
April 12, 2024 · 3 min read
5 e-commerce landmines you need to avoid
It's easy to create a bad online shopping experience. Sometimes knowing what not to do is half the battle.
April 12, 2024 · 4 min read
What Is a Statement of Information?
What are your annual reporting requirements as a small business? Hint—they vary by state. And, yes, an annual report and a Statement of Information are two names for the same document. Know what you're responsible for producing.
April 10, 2024 · 3 min read
IRS principal business codes: What they are and how they're used
Using the right principal business code is crucial for your company's taxes—and the health of your industry as a whole.
April 4, 2024 · 12 min read
Estate planning for small business owners
Did you know most small businesses don't survive the first generation? Not because these businesses aren't sound—it's usually due to failures in estate planning and communication.
March 26, 2024 · 4 min read
Accountable vs. nonaccountable expense reimbursement plans
Need to reimburse employees for expenses? Following specific rules can help you avoid tax consequences.
March 14, 2024 · 3 min read
Employment confidentiality and non disclosure agreement: how-to guide
March 13, 2024 · 12 min read
5 e-commerce must-haves that will save you time and money
These tools can help you manage orders and stay on top of marketing.
February 23, 2024 · 3 min read