Fundera

NOVEMBER 26, 2018

The average hourly rate for a business lawyer can range anywhere from $100 per hour in a small town to more than $1,000 per hour for a senior partner at a big city law firm. Given these rates, it’s no wonder many small business owners want to know if it’s possible to get free legal advice for their business. While free and cheap legal services aren’t easy to come by, they are available if you know where to look.

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MediRevv

NOVEMBER 20, 2018

Dr. Robert Pearl, the former CEO of The Permanente Medical Group, the nation’s largest medical group, is one of today's foremost thought leaders and authors in the healthcare industry. He shares his personal stories peppered with current, relevant statistics that paint an accurate picture of the United State's healthcare system and dispel any illusions or misinformation.

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GoCardless

NOVEMBER 29, 2018

What business advice would these practice owners, advisors and tech specialists give their younger selves?

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Bectran

NOVEMBER 9, 2018

The goal of any collection effort is to collect money owed to a company at minimal costs. Every company hopes their customers would pay on time within the credit term granted. When customers do not pay on time due to various reasons, the Collection process is triggered to resolve potential issues hindering the customer from paying, and to ultimately get the customer to pay.

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Credit and Collections 40

Speaker: Susan Richards

Your past-due accounts are growing, cash flow is tightening, and the pressure is on. The big question: Do you handle the collections internally or outsource to experts? Both strategies come with advantages and risks - but which one delivers the best impact for your business? In this session we’ll dive deep into the in-house vs. outsourcing debate, examining cost-effectiveness, efficiency, compliance risks, and overall recovery success rates.

Bad Debt

Fundera

NOVEMBER 18, 2018

How to Start a Business in 6 Steps. Find a Business Idea. Write a Business Plan. Register the Business. Obtain Funding. Assemble Your Team. Learn How to Manage Your Finances. Starting your own small business is a big, scary step into the unknown, but just by considering the option, you’re one step ahead. You’ve never done this before, you’re a little bit terrified, and everyone around you probably assumes that you’re crazy.

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Small Businesses Credit Scoring 96

Fundera

NOVEMBER 18, 2018

How to Start a Business in 6 Steps. Find a Business Idea. Write a Business Plan. Register the Business. Obtain Funding. Assemble Your Team. Learn How to Manage Your Finances. Starting your own small business is a big, scary step into the unknown, but just by considering the option, you’re one step ahead. You’ve never done this before, you’re a little bit terrified, and everyone around you probably assumes that you’re crazy.

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Small Businesses Credit Scoring 96

Fundera

NOVEMBER 19, 2018

Human resources means different things to different people. To job seekers, human resources (HR) is the recruiter and gatekeeper, deciding whether or not their application will progress. To the new hire, HR is an ally and coach, helping them learn their role and understand the organization. Tenured employees view HR as being responsible for their continued development, motivation, safety, and wellness.

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Small Businesses Deductions 94

Fundera

NOVEMBER 10, 2018

Managing finances in any business comes with its challenges. But if you’re in the cannabis industry, small business financing can be even harder to secure: Because of tricky regulations associated with this industry, most dealings have to be made in cash. Although many business owners in the cannabis industry have found workarounds, there is still a lot of confusion about staying compliant.

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Credit Unions Transactions Small Businesses 93

Fundera

NOVEMBER 5, 2018

Maybe you’ve been sketching designs since you were a kid, have been making your own award-winning Halloween costumes for decades, and have already sold out of the custom T-shirts you’re making out of your garage. Or maybe you’re just intensely entrepreneurial (and obsessed with style) and want a piece of the trillion-plus dollars floating around the retail industry.

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Fundera

NOVEMBER 17, 2018

If you’ve researched online marketing strategies lately—or even if you’re a mainstream consumer—chances are you’ve seen the phrase “influencer marketing” (or at least “influencer”) thrown around. It seems to be the buzzword of the moment, but what it is and why it works is a bit more complex than what this simple term might suggest. As a brief refresher, influencers are people who have created an audience in a distinct niche on one or more social media platforms.

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Small Businesses 89

Fundera

NOVEMBER 4, 2018

Fringe benefits have never played a more important role in the workplace. Defined as benefits given to an employee beyond an agreed-upon wage or salary, fringe benefits are a key indicator of employee satisfaction , production, and retention. A recent survey by Zenefits, an HR software company, revealed that 70% of employees agree that fringe benefits would be a major consideration in evaluating future job opportunities.

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Small Businesses Credit and Collections Deductions 88

Fundera

NOVEMBER 14, 2018

Millennials in the workplace is a topic that draws a lot of attention. However, most studies of working millennials place all their focus on millennial employees. You won’t find many in-depth studies of millennial entrepreneurs. In part, this is because rates of entrepreneurship are relatively low among millennials compared to their Generation X and baby boomer predecessors.

Credit Scoring 85

Credit Scoring Small Businesses 85

Fundera

NOVEMBER 11, 2018

As a small business owner, you put your blood, sweat, and tears into your company. You’re working holidays, spending long nights away from your family, and constantly prioritizing your business over other commitments in your life. It can be hard work, but it’s worth it because you’re doing exactly what you love. So when you discover a negative review online, it can be extremely frustrating.

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Small Businesses 81

Fundera

NOVEMBER 4, 2018

10 Top Builders for Small Business Websites. Wix. Squarespace. Weebly. Duda. WordPress. Yoda. Sitey. Shopify. Webs. Jimdo. In today’s market, it’s common for even the smallest companies to conduct at least some business online. And whether you own an ecommerce store or need to allow for online bookings, you can’t really have an online presence without a business website.

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Small Businesses 81

Fundera

NOVEMBER 20, 2018

Every entrepreneur faces the complex question of how to price their product or service, and it’s a decision that can make or break your business. Unfortunately, there’s no set formula for this calculation, and experts hold vastly different opinions on the matter. You might have heard the popular maxim that pricing is more art than science, and our research bears out this principle.

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Nonprofit Organizations Deductions Small Businesses 79

Fundera

NOVEMBER 29, 2018

If you’ve been to a juice bar or health-food store recently, you’re likely familiar with acai. Whether you know how to pronounce acai is one thing (for the record, it’s ah-sigh-EE ), but you may know that this Amazonian superfruit is loaded with macronutrients like protein and fiber, micronutrients that boost brain and cellular functioning, and antioxidants that protect your body from both environmental and biological toxins.

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Small Businesses 78

Fundera

NOVEMBER 19, 2018

No matter your budget, you shouldn’t let your lack of finances keep you from pursuing your dreams. There are many options out there for people looking to fund everything from their new app idea to their knitting business. Even if you don’t have much time or money, there’s always a way to raise capital if you’re motivated to see your project succeed.

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Fundera

NOVEMBER 10, 2018

American Express established Small Business Saturday to address a specific need for small business owners back in 2010. At the time, small businesses were struggling to get more customers. They needed help getting customers in their doors, increasing sales, and gaining community recognition. Small Business Saturday was launched in support of local businesses and has become an annual holiday shopping tradition.

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Small Businesses 77

Fundera

NOVEMBER 16, 2018

As a small business owner, you need to be able to invoice your customers quickly and accurately, and using invoice software is the most streamlined way to do so. But, as is almost always the case, the best invoice software for you depends on the type of business you own. If your business is very small—or if you’re just getting started—you might choose to use free invoice templates and keep track of your outstanding invoices in a spreadsheet.

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Small Businesses 76

Fundera

NOVEMBER 17, 2018

Some small business owners are already financial experts: they have MBAs, experience in the private sector, and strong literacy in all things related to managing small business finances. This guide, however, is for the business owners with little-to-no finance experience—the ones who had a passion or a big idea and decided to go for it, but who are now wondering how to manage small business finances effectively (or at all!).

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Small Businesses Credit Scoring Credit and Collections Default 75

Fundera

NOVEMBER 17, 2018

Some small business owners are already financial experts: they have MBAs, experience in the private sector, and strong literacy in all things related to managing small business finances. This guide, however, is for the business owners with little-to-no finance experience—the ones who had a passion or a big idea and decided to go for it, but who are now wondering how to manage small business finances effectively (or at all!).

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Small Businesses Credit Scoring Credit and Collections Default 75

Fundera

NOVEMBER 15, 2018

The 9 Essential Types of Small Business Insurance. Worker’s Compensation Insurance (Required). Unemployment Compensation Insurance (Required). Disability Insurance (Required in Some States). General Liability Insurance. Commercial Property Insurance. Professional Liability Insurance Insurance. Product Liability Insurance. Employment Practices Liability Insurance.

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Small Businesses Deductions Insurance Companies 75

Fundera

NOVEMBER 5, 2018

Situated between the long lines of Black Friday and the seemingly-minute-long online deals of Cyber Monday, is a relatively new holiday which glorifies the value of American small businesses : Small Business Saturday. This national holiday, which was first celebrated in 2010, calls to attention the importance of shopping at the small businesses that serve as the backbone of the American economy and our local communities.

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Small Businesses 76

Fundera

NOVEMBER 4, 2018

Have you ever pulled up your Yelp app to find the best spots around you? Maybe you’re looking for a great tapas restaurant, the best dentist in your town, or the coolest vintage clothing store in the city. Yelp is a way that millions of users connect to amazing small businesses in their area. And odds are, you yourself have used it personally to find businesses near you.

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Fundera

NOVEMBER 2, 2018

In the search for better small business funding and new customer opportunities, there’s a source of new revenue opportunities that far too few small business owners recognize: the U.S. government. The federal government is a huge organizational entity—and just like any other business, they need to purchase goods and services to function effectively.

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Small Businesses Nonprofit Organizations 75

Fundera

NOVEMBER 23, 2018

What Is a UCC Filing? UCC filings or liens—more formally titled UCC-1 financing statements—are legal forms that a creditor files to give notice that it has an interest in the personal or business property of a debtor. Essentially, UCC lien filings allow a lender to formally lay claim to collateral that a debtor pledges to secure their financing. If you’re a small business owner interested in expanding your business credit profile, it’s difficult to know what next steps you can take beyond the ba

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Bankruptcy Default Small Businesses Transactions 75

Fundera

NOVEMBER 3, 2018

Assets, Liability, Equity: The Balance Sheet Equation. The basic balance sheet equation is Assets = Liability + Equity. The purpose of the equation is to show what the company owns, purchased on credit or through its shareholders’ investments. The purpose of the equation is to show the financial strength of your business on any given day, and whether you’ll be able to meet your financial obligations.

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Credit Risk Small Businesses 75

Fundera

NOVEMBER 18, 2018

How to Reconcile in QuickBooks Online: Step-by-Step Instructions. Click on the Gear button, then on “Tools” and then “Reconcile.”. Click on the drop-down menu under “Accounts” and select the account you want to reconcile. Enter the “Ending balance” and “Ending date” based on your bank statement information. Match transactions to your bank statement and check them off one by one.

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Fundera

NOVEMBER 7, 2018

What Is Year-Over-Year Growth? Year-over-year growth evaluates a company’s financial progress over time. With the year-over-year growth formula, you and your lenders can compare two metrics within a given time period, such as revenue over a yearly, quarterly, or monthly basis. Every small business owner wants to know how their business is doing over time.

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Small Businesses 74

Fundera

NOVEMBER 15, 2018

It might come as a surprise to some small business owners that payment processing services can be a completely separate product from a point of sale. Though many companies will offer payment processing services in a bundle with POS systems , other companies will specialize in payment processing services and payment processing services only. So, whether you’re an ecommerce business looking for online payment processing, or you’re a brick-and-mortar establishment looking for something more than on

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Small Businesses Transactions 73

Fundera

NOVEMBER 23, 2018

Creating a small business marketing strategy is a crucial first step in starting a business. But for many business owners, this is also one of the more difficult, or at least intimidating, benchmarks to hit. That’s especially true if you’re a sole proprietorship or otherwise very small venture, in which case you’re fulfilling every C-suite role yourself—CFO, CEO, COO, and CMO.

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Small Businesses 73

Fundera

NOVEMBER 5, 2018

A press release is a written statement issued to media outlets with information on a particular matter relating to your business. The goal is to have media outlets take the information provided in your press release and turn it into a news story for their publication or broadcast. Good press releases share the information in a succinct and compelling manner and are distributed to media outlets that reach your business’s target demographic.

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Small Businesses 73

Fundera

NOVEMBER 7, 2018

19 Best Small Business Opportunities. Career Coach. Cost-Cutting Consultant. Errand Service. Event/Wedding Planner. Food Truck. Freelance Writer. Golf Coach. Interior Decorator. Professional Organizer. IT Contractor. Mobile Pet Grooming. Personal Shopper. Personal Trainer. Hair Stylist. Social Media Specialist. Massage Therapist. Vending Services. Virtual Assistant.

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Small Businesses 72

Fundera

NOVEMBER 10, 2018

What Is a Cash Flow Analysis? Monitoring cash flow is key to a healthy business. A cash flow statement analysis is a deep dive into your business’s financial health and is a way to inspect your cash flow in and out throughout a given time period. Ideally, this should be done at least once a month to ensure your company has a healthy cash budget.

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Credit and Collections Small Businesses Transactions 71

Fundera

NOVEMBER 9, 2018

As a teenager, VNYL founder and CEO Nick Alt worked at a record store in his Ohio hometown. It would be a dream job for any music lover, but for Alt, that gig was formative: Not only did it serve his passion for interacting with people, but it also helped him develop a skill for understanding their musical tastes and introducing them to the artists they may not have otherwise discovered.

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Dashboards Small Businesses 69

Fundera

NOVEMBER 6, 2018

What Are SBA 504 Loans? SBA 504 loans, guaranteed by the U.S. Small Business Administration, provide long-term financing for the purchase of real estate, equipment, and other fixed assets. The loan, which is divided between a bank and an SBA-approved certified development company, features 10- to 25-year terms, low interest rates, and a 10% to 15% down payment.

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