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Most Popular States for 401(k) Business Financing

When it comes to starting a business, more entrepreneurs find that they have an unexpected source to fund their new ventures: their own 401(k). Using funds accumulated over years, entrepreneurs can use 401(k) business financing, also called Rollovers for Business…
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The Most Inspirational TED Talks for Small Business Owners

Do you need a little inspiration or motivation for your small business, but don’t have time to watch lengthy videos of entrepreneurs talk about their best practices? Here’s the good news: Many TED talks are extremely short (think a few…
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How to Make Inheriting a Family Business Work for You

If you find yourself inheriting a family business, there are a few steps you can take to ensure the process goes smoothly and the business is on solid footing.  There are plenty of pros and cons that come with inheriting…
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3 Essential Steps to Opening a Successful Business

Before opening up your small business, get set up for success by reviewing these three essential steps that will set the foundation for a successful business. Starting a business is both an exciting and overwhelming time — you’re making your…
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Small Business Ownership Rates Rise as Confidence Levels Increase

Guidant Financial reports 17 percent growth in small business lending transactions, signaling that individuals are confident enough to make the leap into business ownership. As confidence in the state of small business rises, so does the number of people who…
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The Mompreneur's Guide to Motherhood and Business Ownership

As the number of women-owned businesses rise, so does the number of mompreneurs who juggle the responsibilities of raising a family with business ownership. We interviewed a couple successful women in business to find out how they balance motherhood and…
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What is 401(k) Business Financing?

401(k) business financing lets new and existing business owners use their retirement funds to start or buy a business, without incurring tax penalties or taking a loan.
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Small Business Will Benefit from Spike in Business Confidence

Business and consumer confidence levels have hit all-time highs for the first time in over three decades. With small business success relying so heavily on strong confidence levels, 2018 offers favorable circumstances for current and aspiring business owners. Small business…
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5 Business Documents You Must Update on a Regular Basis

Maintaining a business requires several steps be completed on an annual basis, including updating business documents. Here are 5 documents every business must update to remain in compliance with government regulations. If you’re fresh to the world of entrepreneurship, you…
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Using Your 401(k)/IRA as a Down Payment for Seller Financing

If you’re buying an existing business via a seller financing arrangement, 401(k) business financing can help you make a larger down payment and close the deal faster by using your 401(k)/IRA funds tax penalty-free. For many aspiring entrepreneurs, one of…
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