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    5 Reasons to Sell Your Junk Car for Cash

    When it comes to selling their unwanted vehicles, many people are skeptical. As a result, they choose to let their vehicles stay in the garage or driveway for months. This can end up damaging the vehicle even further, especially if you are not using it. However, you can sell your junk vehicle and get money from it. Here are the benefits of selling your unwanted vehicle for money. Free up your finances As your vehicle gets older, it will become more expensive to maintain. Repairs tend to become more expensive as the vehicle ages and the gas usage becomes less efficient. Even if your vehicle is no longer reliable anymore…

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    8 Easy & Inexpensive Tips To Go Green

    Are you thinking about going green, but you’re worried about your budget? Thankfully, going green is easier and more affordable than it ever has been in the past. Here’s a quick look at 8 different tips that you can use to go green in an affordable fashion. 1. Set Your Thermostat Properly If no one is home, don’t heat or cool an empty house! Many of us have smart thermostats nowadays, so consider setting it to 68 for heat when the house is empty, and 72 for cooling. Every degree makes a big difference when it comes to saving money and energy! 2. Get Cloth or Canvas Bags for Shopping…

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    Business Cars – Leasing, Purchasing or Other Schemes?

    Obtaining a business car can be extremely challenging as there are so many different options to consider. Whether to lease, purchase, hire-purchase or finance an automobile is a query that many business owners ask themselves, plus you also need to decide on whether to opt for a brand new car or go second hand. The answer to these questions will depend on your financial situation, needs and personal preference, but here is a closer look at your options. Purchasing Purchasing a business vehicle is ideal for a company that wants to own the car and plans on using it for years to come. This can be an expensive method and…

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    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…

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    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…

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    5 Things to Expect with Cookie Dough Fundraisers

    One of the most popular forms of fundraising for school organizations, Girl Scout troupes, and even sports teams is selling cookies. Everyone likes cookies, and cookie dough is easy to bake because it is pre-mixed and molder, ready for the oven. However, like any other fundraising, there are some expectations which can be eye openers. Understanding how to raise funds through selling cookies is one way to ensure success. Here are five things to expect with cookie dough fundraisers: Not all cookies are created equal. People like cookies, but different people like different cookies. In the same way, not all chocolate chip cookies are the same. Finding good cookie dough…

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    Pitching a VC? Don’t Make this Mistake

    Ask any millionaire for the secret to their success, and they will probably tell you that entrepreneurship helped them reach their financial goals. However, starting a business takes money. While it's possible to launch a successful enterprise on a shoestring, many businesses require an influx of capital in order to get off the ground, and that money often comes from venture capitalists (or VCs).

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    Got It Covered: The 9 Types of Business Insurance Out There

    From Obamacare to workers compensation insurance, the waters of business insurance policies can be difficult to navigate. Ninety-four percent of small businesses believe they are adequately protected by their current insurance policies, according to Inc.com, but only a little more than half of them have the appropriate insurance necessary to recover from a disaster. There are certain insurance policies that a business is required by the government to have, and other insurance policies that intelligent business owners should maintain for their own protection. General Liability Insurance A general liability insurance policy is intended to protect you against a comprehensive set of scenarios, such as libel, slander, medical expenses and legal fees.…