Growing a business sometimes requires more than just seeking out more customers to increase revenue. It’s sometimes necessary to join two companies together. This is done through mergers and acquisitions. While some people use those terms interchangeably, they are...
Business Law
Zoning Issues: When to get legal help
As a business owner, the first thing that you need to understand about zoning is that every zoning ordinance represents a restriction on how you use your land. Sometimes, that’s to your benefit. Zoning ordinances define how the land can be used in a given space, and...
Is it time for your business partner to move on?
You run a successful company with the help of your staff and business partner. This formula has served you well over the years, but it seems like the professional relationship with your business partner has run its course. You know it’s time for them to move on, but...
Two financial challenges for a new business owner
You’ve been a loyal employee for many years now, but it’s time for your next venture. You have a solid business idea and are looking to get the ball rolling. Starting a company can be very tough, with many falling by the wayside. Recognizing some of the potential...
3 important steps to take when starting a business
If you intend to start a business, your goal is likely to start a company that generates enough income to pay yourself a competitive salary or to build a business successful enough that you can sell it to someone else. Unfortunately, a significant percentage of new...
How can you get out of a small business partnership?
When you started working with a friend on a new business, you were excited to see where it would go. You put in seemingly endless hours of labor getting it up and running, and your friend was meant to handle marketing and accounting on the business side. After...
3 reasons you may need to change your business structure
There are numerous ways to start a business. You might negotiate a partnership agreement with an outside investor for a company that you will run on a daily basis. You might form a limited liability corporation (LLC) for a start-up idea, or you may simply operate a...