Cliff Ennico
Cliff Ennico is a syndicated columnist and author of several books on small business, including Small Business Survival Guide and The eBay Business Answer Book. This column is no substitute for legal, tax or financial advice, which can be furnished only by a qualified professional licensed in your state.
Don't Let Sweat Equity Create 'Phantom Income'
How to set up an LLC without creating taxable income for your sweat-equity partner
Tapping Friends and Family for Startup Funds
Make sure you cover your bases before accepting a loan or investment from a friend or family member.Caught in a Customer Disappearing Act
In today's economy, no one can predict how much atttition will take place.Keep Lawsuits off Your Back
5 ways to reduce your liability risk.Mind Your Posts
You want your blog to attract a lot of search engine traffic, but if you go too far there's a risk that someone will sue you.Before You Buy That Small Business
Buying an existing business is often safer than starting one on your own. But watch out for these red flags.The Best Option
Can a startup on a budget use stock rather than cash as a hiring incentive?Three-Ring Circus
What you need to juggle several startups at once.Corp Values
So you've got a business idea and a plan, but what kind of company do you want to own?Help Wanted
How to find and hire employees who can take your business in the right direction.Site Standard
Launching a content-driven site? Protect yourself against lawsuits with these 4 must-have features.Tripped Up by Taxes?
Selling on eBay makes you subject to taxes, just like a retail store. Be sure to avoid these 10 tax errors.Web of Lies?
Investigating potential employees online can hurt your business if you're not careful.Start the New Year Off Right
The 10 commandments of business success you need to take to heart this yearShould You Fight Your Ex-Employee's Benefits Claim?
If an employee you fired "for cause" is now claiming benefits, is fighting the claim in your best interest?The Domain Name Dilemma
If the domain name you'd like to use is taken, as it likely will be, you still have plenty of available options.What's New in the Digital Media Game?
At Digital Life 2006, this small-business expert got a look at some of the new tech products you'll be hearing about in coming months.The Basics of Real Estate Leases
That retail lease may seem simple, but there could be more to it than meets the eye.Taking Customers With You When You Start a Business
If you've decided to break off on your own and launch a business that's competition to your former employer, heed these words of wisdom from a business law expert.The Right Way to Fire Someone
Firing an employee may be the hardest thing you'll have to do, but if you follow these tips, you can get the job done right.The Legal Issues of Advertising Online
Make sure your online ads are legally protected.Pulling Your Customers on the Internet
Traditional marketing is all about "pushing" products. Find out why internet marketing is all about the "pull" and how you can learn to do it right.A Quick Guide to Tax Extensions
This legal expert shares the facts when it comes to filing for a tax extension.Using Podcasting to Promote Your Site
Here's everything you need to know about the latest technology to hit the internet.Breaking Into the Big Boxes
Here's a strategy that'll help you expand your distribution channels in a way that makes sense to your bottom line.Permission Slips
Before startup, find out if you need a license or permit to operate your business.
How to Hire an Attorney
Hiring a good lawyer is crucial to any successful business. Here's everything you need to know about finding, interviewing and hiring the very best.Year-End Tax Tips for 2005
Listen up as this small-business expert offers some 2005 tax advice you can still take advantage of.Frequently Asked eBay Tax Questions
If you're running an eBay business, read on to find out if the following tax situations apply to your online business.Most Popular
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