The corporate structure you choose impacts taxes and liability, but it can be a lot to figure out. We breakdown the differences between sole proprietorships and LLCs.

One of the keys to growing your landscaping business is how you price your services. We're sharing on how to bid on landscaping jobs. Learn more.

Whether you’re considering starting your own pressure washing business or hoping to make yours more profitable, here are the latest figures on pressure washer salaries and advice for maximizing your earnings.

Your clients will always remember the special event you planned. Here are ways to increase your salary as an event planner.

The three states with the highest average salaries for carpenters are Hawaii, New Jersey, and Alaska.

Honing your recruitment process doesn’t just mean vetting for the best applicants, but delivering with diversity as well.

Through our own survey, which assessed 1,500 respondents, we discovered exactly what people say they are willing to give up to be their own boss.

An LLC creates a barrier between a business’s obligations and the owners’ assets.

Using lessons from entrepreneurs who survived the Great Recession and other financial crises, we’ve compiled advice that every business owner can learn from to survive the current financial crisis.

You’re probably wondering: what types of insurance does your small business need? These ten categories of coverage can help protect your company from a range of risks.

As a small business owner it’s important to know which deductions you can take to benefit your business. Learn more in our guide to small business tax deductions.

Discover how America's small business confidence compares to other U.S. institutions and ways to protect your own business by increasing consumer confidence.

Tax deductions for self-employer workers can take lots off your taxable income, which leads to lower estimated tax payments. Learn more in our guide about self-employment taxes.

We analyzed and outlined data on the most popular pet businesses to help you figure out which pet-related career or side hustles to consider, and ways to protect your business along the way.

According to our survey of 1,000 small business owners, handymen and contractors make between $25,000 to $75,000 annually.

If you work as a contractor, your job site is about as risky as they come. Liability insurance protects you from risks, but how much should it cost? We break it down in this guide.

Transform your passion for fitness into your own personal training business. We're breaking down what you need to invest to get started. Learn more.

Technology E&O insurance is a form of small business insurance that protects policyholders from losses accrued from the failure of technology products or services they sell to their customers.

An SSTB is a business designation that is recognized by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).

How will you receive payments from your customers and clients? We review today’s top online payment options for small businesses and freelancers.

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Pop-up shops provide a unique and fun opportunity for brands to showcase their offerings and connect with customers. Here’s how to do it right.

As a roofing contractor, you put a roof over your head by literally putting a roof over other peoples’ heads. This guide breaks down what types of business insurance you need to protect your roofing business.

50 entrepreneur stats that will inspire you to take your expertise and creativity to the next level this year.

We asked nearly 150 entrepreneurs, across a variety of industries, to speak on the habits that make them most successful in their careers and in life.

The sky is no longer the limit for photographers. In this guide we’ll go over everything you need to know before taking your lens airborne.

You love pets—both your own and those you pass on your daily walks—but what if you could turn your puppy love into a full-on career? Use this pet sitting salary guide to know if it’s a financially viable option.

Starting a business during the pandemic? Below are 10 virtual grand opening ideas that can help you generate buzz for your business, from a social distance.

Is becoming a freelancer the right career move for you? Below are the top freelance statistics and trends to know in 2021 to help you decide.

A business loan agreement is a two-way street; this document protects both you (the borrower) and the lender. Read on for everything you need to know before you sign on the dotted line.

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Depending on the type and structure of your loan, there are different options for what you can deduct from your taxes. We're breaking down the ins and outs of accounting for your loan payments during tax season.
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Creating a financial plan for your small business can seem challenging and intimidating at first; however, once you educate yourself and understand the different components of a plan and how they fit together, it’s quite simple!

Many business owners fail to think about how they’d keep their business afloat if forced to temporarily close. Let’s find out what business income insurance is and why you may decide you need it.

You’ve likely been managing your own personal finances for years, so it might be tempting to just apply the same principles you use for your personal finances to your business. But there are important differences to consider.

The loan process can be daunting, especially for a business owner going through the process for the first time. We're here to help.

Make sure your small business is able to keep running should you or an employee get injured or sick.

To calculate workers’ compensation premiums, your insurance company won’t just consider the general risk of the work your employees are performing. It will also want to know about the risk level within your specific business.

As a small business owner, it's important to know how your business insurance can respond to the effects that COVID-19 has had on your business.

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