by Andy Anderson | Oct 29, 2012 | Small Businesses
If you start searching the web for help in raising capital for a small business, it may surprise you how many articles have been written about this topic. But as someone who routinely researches funding ideas online, I’ve become quite skeptical about most of the...
by Andy Anderson | Oct 5, 2012 | Small Businesses
Many positive things have been written about the benefits of starting a family business. Not only does it provide job security for the current generation; it adds stability for the family’s future. A successful business gives a family more flexibility and a...
by Andy Anderson | Sep 1, 2012 | Small Businesses
Today’s job market is not unlike the housing market; it can be awesome or abysmal, depending on which side of the desk you’re sitting on. If you happen to own a small business that is in hiring mode, you are in an enviable position. Instead of searching for that...
by Andy Anderson | Jul 28, 2012 | Small Businesses
Ever since the recession started in 2008, business commentators and financial analysts have been telling the American public how hard it is to get a small business loan. They say accessing business credit – whether in the form of loans, business credit cards, or...
by Andy Anderson | Jun 17, 2012 | Small Businesses
Running a small business is tough; especially one that requires your full attention every single day. And while there’s nothing wrong with a little “sweat equity,” some people want to remain behind the scenes and let the experts handle the details. This may mean...
by Andy Anderson | May 31, 2012 | Small Businesses
It seems as if there’s a silver lining amidst all the scary economic news. Surprisingly, this is a terrific time to become an entrepreneur. Businesses are priced right and are often available at bargain prices with seller-assisted financing. But many people don’t...