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Sue Pitts
Nov 2, 20171 min read
Crowdfunding: Pros and Cons
With the age of the internet, transparency and an ability to communicate in ways we never had before, nontraditional financing has become...
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Sue Pitts
Oct 25, 20173 min read
Disaster Readiness : How Prepared are You?
Disaster readiness is an important part of running a small business. The Internal Revenue Service encourages taxpayers to safeguard their...
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Sue Pitts
Oct 17, 20171 min read
Small Business Online
Join Iowa Western Small Business Development Center and Google for an expert-hosted workshop for your small business. Learn how to get...
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Sue Pitts
Oct 12, 20172 min read
Managing Small Business Finances
Accounting for revenue and expenses can help keep your small business finances running smoothly. Make sure you maintain proper...
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Sue Pitts
Oct 3, 20172 min read
Employees or Independent Contractors?
It is critical that small business owners correctly determine whether the individuals providing services are employees or independent...
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Sue Pitts
Sep 27, 20173 min read
Small Business Taxes
The form of small business you operate determines what taxes you must pay and how you pay them. The following are the five general types...
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Sue Pitts
Sep 19, 20171 min read
Employer Identification Number
Your Employer Identification Number (EIN) is your federal tax ID. You need it to pay federal taxes, hire employees, open a bank account,...
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Sue Pitts
Sep 12, 20173 min read
Buy or Lease ?
Once you’ve determined all the assets you need for your business, you can decide whether you should buy or lease them. Lease Leasing can...
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Sue Pitts
Sep 11, 20172 min read
Venture School Program is Now Enrolling in Iowa
Iowa City, Iowa – The University of Iowa Venture School Program, a premier statewide program for entrepreneurs developed by the John...
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Sue Pitts
Aug 29, 20171 min read
What is a Surety Bond ?
A surety bond There are four types of surety bonds: Bid Bond: Ensures the bidder on a contract will enter into the contract and furnish...
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Sue Pitts
Aug 22, 20173 min read
4 Ways to Register a Business Name
You’ll want to choose a business name that reflects your brand identity and doesn’t clash with the types of goods and services you offer....
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Sue Pitts
Aug 15, 20173 min read
Small Business Loan
The SBA is not your only source for a small business loan. State and local economic development agencies, as well as numerous non-profit...
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Sue Pitts
Aug 8, 20171 min read
What is Working Capital?
Working capital is defined as the difference between current assets and current liabilities. Current assets are the most liquid of your...
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Sue Pitts
Aug 1, 20171 min read
What Is Equity Investment?
Small Business loan How the Debt-to-Worth Ratio Affects Your Loan Application Strong equity with a manageable debt level provides...
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Sue Pitts
Jul 25, 20172 min read
Government Contracts
Welcome to government contracting! U.S. federal government contracts represent tremendous sales and revenue opportunity for small...
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Sue Pitts
Jul 11, 20171 min read
Small Business, Big impact!
One thing is for sure, as a small business owner you are not alone! There are millions of small businesses across the United States...
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Sue Pitts
Jun 28, 20174 min read
What is a Limited Liability Company
A limited liability company (LLC) is a hybrid type of legal structure that provides the limited liability features of a corporation and...
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Sue Pitts
Jun 21, 20172 min read
Determine When the Tax Year Starts
A tax year is an accounting period for which you must report your taxable income and business expenses. The law requires you to operate...
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Sue Pitts
Jun 14, 20172 min read
Business Hobby ?
Has your business hobby As a rule, any income you earn from a business hobby must be reported on your tax return. However, how you report...
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