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Little-Known Auto Insurance Discounts That Can Save You a Bundle
When you do a car insurance quote, you probably apply a few discounts that you see after you fill out your information. However, there are many other discounts that most people don't even realize exist, and they can save you a lot of money. Here are some auto insurance discounts that you may not realize are out there.
Financial Tips For The Discerning Small Business Owner
It's quite amazing that seven years on from the financial crisis, access to credit is tough for small businesses. It tells you that we're probably not out of the woods yet and that there is likely to be more hardship to come. Small businesses need to do all they can to prepare for tomorrow's risks today. And that means seriously looking at whether your finances are as good as they could be.
Protecting Your Business From the Inside Out
For business owners, there is no greater feeling than being able to sleep peacefully knowing that your business is operating without any hassle. For many businesses though, they tend to go through turmoil because they haven't set up their business in a way that protects them from risks and vulnerabilities. If you are a business owner that can identify with this scenario, then take note of the following points to protect your business.
Does My Small Business Have To Pay Tax?
Assuming you’re new to the business world or are still just a small company, your tax situation may not be clear. Of course, if you are a giant mega-corporation then you’ll be shelling out that tax money just like the rest of us. If, however, your size and profit margins are small, your situation may be a lot different. Businesses range from a whole host of types, from start-up to nonprofit, and each will be privy to their own set of requirements. Start-ups may be able to use tax reliefs, but at the same time, all business owners will have to pay certain taxes pertaining to their company. So, if…
Should Your Business Buy Shares In Other Companies?
Running a business can often be a complicated affair. There are many facets to a company that you have to manage on a daily basis. From human resources to sales, there's a lot to deal with each day. At the same time, you also need to ensure that your business grows. The last thing you want to happen is for your organisation to make a loss! You will no doubt have a range of marketing strategies to help you grow your business.
Where Not to Cut Corners When Building a Startup
Capital is naturally in short supply when starting a small business. At the same time is never more relevant than when an enterprise is trying to get itself off the ground. The balance between limited funds and the investments critical to success is a juggling act but necessary. While opting for low-rent office space and other cost-cutting tactics are effective ways to stretch a beginning budget, there are elements of a young business which should never be done on the cheap. Talent When employees decide to jump ship you can’t afford to have a revolving door of flaky staff for the sake of saving money on payroll. Pay well and you’ll find…
A Guide To Buying Expensive Business Assets
There will come a time when your business needs to go on a spending spree. As head of the company, you may find yourself approving enormous budgets for asset building. When we say assets, we’re referring to things like industrial machinery, transportation, and huge amounts of cargo. These are assets with price tags in their thousands or even millions. It’s a phenomenal amount of money, but the biggest businesses swap this cash like it’s short change. If you have big ambitions, your business will ultimately get to this level too. You might find yourself in the market for 2nd hand general cargo vessels or a fleet of delivery trucks. You need…
Could You Start An Investment Company?
Starting an investment company can be profitable if done right. Learn how to expand your services, comply with regulations, and attract clients effectively.
A New Way of Bundling Your Utility Bills Together
Is the cost of your utility bills driving you up the wall? Do you feel like you are receiving a mountain of bills every month? Well, you are not alone. Millions of homeowners across the United Kingdom are in the same predicament. Bills for utilities such as gas, electricity, mobile phone plans and broadband internet arrive every month. They are getting more expensive by the day and you may be wondering where to turn for relief. There is a new way of paying these bills. Simply switch to enjoy cheaper utilities In the world of today, we need to have various utilities in our homes. Examples include gas, electricity, and…
Advantages of Businesses Accepting Credit Cards
Many customers only deal with businesses that have credit cards as payment options. They can decide to restrict their transactions to businesses that have a provision for credit card payments. This is an important consideration for modern and competitive businesses. If you run a business and enable payments to be made through credit cards, you will gain a competitive advantage over those that do not. Decline of Cash Transactions Debit and credit card payments continue to be on the increase as fewer consumers choose to use cash or checks. There has been a steady decline of cash and checks being used for transactions over the years. Along with the increased…
4 Email Scams to Watch Out for
Nowadays scams and cons come in all shapes and forms. Most of you will know that emails are no safe haven, and you need to remain quite vigilant when reading yours. This article will take you through a handful of popular email scams in hope that you won’t be caught out in the future. 419 – The Nigerian Scam Thousands of Britons will have received the ‘419’ or ‘Nigerian Prince’ scam. Most of you will have ignored it, but it only takes a few people who may not be as tech-savvy or knowledgeable to fall for the desperate (but fake) cry for help from a member of the Nigerian royal…
The Real Winners From Boxing’s Biggest Bout
From the outside, boxing looks like a sport driven by money. The staggering sums earned by boxers, promoters and TV channels from major fights point to a sport that is heavily driven by profit. The much publicised persona of its biggest star (not to mention the richest athlete in the world), Floyd ‘Money’ Mayweather, only underlines the sport’s obsession with money further. But the seemingly endless negotiations between Mr. Mayweather and his biggest rival, Manny Pacquiao, point to some hidden depths in what drives the biggest match ups. Endless disagreements over drug testing, contract small print and personal grudges have got in the way of what would undoubtedly be the biggest…