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Everything You Need to Know About 7702 Plans
By Max Freedman | February 08, 2024

A 7702 plan, also called a Section 7702 plan, is a privately issued stand-alone life insurance policy. Learn how it differs from typical retirement plans.

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12 Things You Must Do Before Starting a Business
By Sean Peek | February 02, 2024

Find out what you must do before starting a business, from writing a business plan to getting the proper insurance.

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Discover the Unique Selling Proposition of Your Business
By Shane Barker | February 02, 2024

Without a unique selling proposition, you have nothing that distinguishes your company. Learn how to create an effective USP for your business.

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5 Simple Ways to Pinpoint Your Brand’s Target Audience
By Chris Christoff | February 02, 2024

When you start a business, you need to understand your target market at a fundamental level. Here's exactly how to identify your audience.

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Would You Make It on ‘Shark Tank’? The Importance of Scalable Business Models
By Jamie Johnson | February 02, 2024

Scalability is a crucial factor in business growth and success. Learn the components of a scalable company and how to scale your business.

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How to Set a Price for Your Service
By Jennifer Dublino | February 02, 2024

Setting the proper prices for your services is one of the most crucial elements of business. Learn how to set fair and accurate prices for your services.

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Entrepreneurs Love These 13 Tools for Conducting Market Research
By Miranda Fraraccio | February 02, 2024

Here are the best tools for conducting market research.

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Common Mistakes That Can Lead to Product Failure
By Jennifer Dublino | February 02, 2024

What pitfalls cause most products to fail? Learn about these common traps so you can avoid mistakes and a failed product launch.

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The 4 Biggest Challenges of Starting a Business (and How to Overcome Them)
By Jennifer Dublino | February 02, 2024

Starting a business is a difficult endeavor. Learn the biggest challenges that come with entrepreneurship and how to overcome them and find success.

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5 Ways to Make Your Business’s Computing Eco-Friendly
By Julie Thompson | February 02, 2024

Learn five ways to improve your bottom line and create a more sustainable business environment by using practices such as cloud-based computing.

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4 Reasons Why Texas Is a Hot State for Starting a Business
By Sean Peek | February 02, 2024

The heat and the sun aren't the only reasons Texas is a hot state. Check out why Texas is a fantastic state to start a business.

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How Businesses Can Support Other Local Small Businesses
By Jennifer Post | January 30, 2024

You've asked your customers to buy local and you should too. Here's why your local B2B purchases have a positive ripple effect on the SMB community.

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Why Every Business Owner Needs an Exit Strategy
By Mark Fairlie | January 29, 2024

You don’t go into business planning to get out — but you should. Find out why an exit strategy is important and why you need two strategies.

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6 Key Strategies for Growing Your Construction Firm
By Jennifer Post | January 26, 2024

The future of construction looks good, especially for those in home, commercial or infrastructure. Here are six tips for success within the industry.

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What Is Professional Negligence?
By Kimberlee Leonard | January 23, 2024

Professional negligence is when an industry professional doesn't properly fulfill their duties, leading to damage or harm. Learn how to avoid lawsuits.

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What Is a Cyber Insurance Risk Assessment?
By Kimberlee Leonard | January 23, 2024

A cyber insurance risk assessment finds the systems and assets most at risk of cyberattack. Learn about cyber insurance and how risk assessments work.

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20 Businesses You Can Start on the Cheap
By Donna Fuscaldo | January 22, 2024

You don't need a ton of cash to launch a business. Opportunities abound to become a business owner with less than $500. See business ideas and pro tips.

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Why Your Business Needs Indemnity Insurance
By Mark Fairlie | January 22, 2024

A key component of an insurance policy is restitution for those who have a claim against you. Here’s how indemnity insurance provides that.

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What’s a Healthy Level of Business Debt?
By Matt D’Angelo | January 18, 2024

Healthy business debt is often necessary for growth. Learn how to distinguish good and bad business debt and determine a healthy debt amount to carry.

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What Are Insurance Endorsements?
By Nicole Urbanowicz | January 11, 2024

Insurance endorsements are a way to broaden or narrow coverage on an existing insurance policy. Here's how insurance endorsements work for your business.

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Do Results-Only Workplaces Really Work?
By Sean Peek | January 11, 2024

Here’s everything you need to know about results-only work environments, and whether it’s right for your business.

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What a Bill of Materials Is and Why You Need One
By Sean Peek | January 11, 2024

Whether you are making a toy or a rocket, a BOM helps you accurately manage and oversee resources and identify materials to reduce wasteful spending.

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What Is General Liability Insurance?
By David Gargaro | January 11, 2024

If a third party gets hurt at your workplace, they can sue you. Here's how to protect your company.

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Employment Practices Liability Insurance: Why Small Businesses Need EPLI
By Jamie Johnson | January 11, 2024

Employment practices liability insurance protects your business from past or current employee lawsuits. Here’s how EPLI works.

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Is it Better to Buy or Lease a Car for Business?
By Max Freedman | January 11, 2024

Should you buy or lease the company car? Here are the pros and cons of each to help you weigh which is best for your needs.

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Guide to the Workers’ Compensation Claim Process
By Max Freedman | January 09, 2024

Business owners should ensure their employees understand the workers' compensation claims process. Learn what's entailed and how the claims process works.

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Hitting the Books: A Guide to Retail Accounting
By Jill Bowers | January 05, 2024

Learn about the methods of calculating and tracking inventory that are used in retail accounting.

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How Virtual Reality Technology Is Changing Manufacturing
By Sean Peek | January 03, 2024

The manufacturing industry is changing as next-generation VR and AR become readily available.

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The Road Map to Starting a Membership Site From Scratch
By Mark Thompson | January 03, 2024

A subscription site is easy to start and can offer big rewards. Follow these steps to build a loyal member base.

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How Much Does It Cost to Start an Online Business?
By Zac Johnson | January 03, 2024

While expenses to begin an online business vary, here are some common costs you can expect to see with your new venture.