Almost every business owner, at one point or another, will need some extra funding to help make ends meet. It might come early in the life of their business, when they need help getting the business off the ground. Or it might come after many years, when an opportunity for expansion or need for…
Nearly every small business requires financial assistance. From purchasing real estate and equipment to hiring employees, very few business owners have the capital to fund their businesses on their own. However, it can be unclear how to go about securing financing. What are your options? What…
We spoke with Blake Hutchinson, CEO of Flippa, one of the largest end-to-end business marketplaces in the world. Read on for his insights into buying digital businesses online. Historically, buying a small business has been a very tangible, in-person experience. As an aspiring small business…
According to reports from IBIS World industry market research, the home painting industry should see an annualized growth of 7.1 percent in 2019. With healthy household disposable income levels and a competitive house buying and selling market, homeowners are both updating their homes to get top…
What are equipment loans? As you might have guessed, equipment loans are loans dedicated to helping business owners purchase the equipment they need to carry out necessary business practices. Whether you need to purchase new equipment or replace old supplies, equipment financing is a great…
A few months ago, we introduced a three-part series to Guidant Financial all about Employer Identification Numbers (EINs). We’re bringing this series back with an in-depth look at the C Corporation entity. What are C Corps, how do you file as a C Corp, and how does this entity differ from other…
If you’re looking for a business to buy, it can help to have cash on hand. Why? Because the capital and cash flow issues involved in financing the purchase of a business can be significant enough to stop business owners from realizing their dreams or even cause a small business to fail down the…
As a small business owner, networking is an investment of your precious and limited time. But it’s also a key element of being a successful leader. Use this guide to get started making the most of networking events to make meaningful connections and help your business grow. One of the many hats…
This year, Inc. Magazine reported unemployment is at a record low. However, for many small business owners the race is on to retain talented employees. So, what makes hanging on to talent such a struggle for small businesses? The challenges extend well beyond the larger paychecks and increased…
