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How to Finance a Business Acquisition
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Highlight previous success to make yourself a better candidate for a loan.
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Cost-effective strategies for greening your business
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Get a Head Start on Taxes
Tips for getting your records in order and preparing for the tax season
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How to Find the Pricing Sweet Spot
Tune in to customer needs and offer the right product at the right price point
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Increase Efficiency with Electronic Deposits
Making deposits without making a trip to the bank has its benefits.
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Extend Your Payables Window
Simple tips to help you leverage time and improve your cash flow
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Build an Effective Collection Strategy
Use these tips to maintain cash flow and keep your business solvent.
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Build an Effective Collection Strategy
Use these tips to maintain cash flow and keep your business solvent.
Starting a Business
Learn to Impress Lenders
Proper preparation is key when you're angling for money to fund your business.
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Manage Expenses Strategically
Look in these areas to find things your business can live without.
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How to Create a Simple Budget
Having a business budget in place is an essential part of running a business.
