How will my workers get paid? This simple question is often asked by small business owners looking to hire new workers for the first time. It may be that your startup is finally generating revenue, or perhaps you’re looking to retain full-time staff after dealing with freelancers and contractors. Whatever the case may be, you [...]
U.S. small business optimism is on the rise. In fact, it’s the highest it's been in well over decade, according to data from the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB). This is what the NFIB had to say about the state of U.S. small business at the start of 2017: “Small business is ready for [...]
What do Slack, Skype and GitHub have in common? They’re all multi-billion-dollar startups that used IT outsourcing to grow their business. Outsourcing is, by definition, one of the greatest economic resources for startup companies. By offloading essential IT tasks to remote teams, entrepreneurs can focus on what really matters – growing their business. Although IT [...]
If you run a wholesale business, you’ve likely found that supplier payment schedules can be a major hassle. Businesses that generate orders at a faster pace than available capital often run into cash flow issues that can be tough to overcome. This challenge becomes especially problematic if your company has little to no equity. If [...]
The healthcare industry is expanding at a rapid pace. As more Americans enter their golden years, demand for long-term care facilities and general medical practices will continue to grow. Although this new paradigm presents significant opportunity, it can be extremely costly. Healthcare is seeing a lot of transformations both in terms of emerging and existing [...]
If you're a small business owner, you've likely run into cash flow challenges. Long payment cycles, seasonal downturns and last minute expenses can often leave you out of cash when you need it most. Luckily, there are short-term financing solutions out there that can help you meet your funding shortfall. One of the most popular [...]
For entrepreneurs and small businesses, cash flow is king. Without it, your business is exposed to danger, regardless of how good your business actually is. One of the biggest headaches for small business owners is getting paid on time. If you operate in the service industry, this frustration can lead to significant cash flow problems [...]
Cash flow kills one in every four small businesses. You read that correctly. Twenty-five percent of small businesses end up closing shop because they weren’t able to manage their cash flow correctly. This phenomenon is so widespread, yet rarely understood. Even a seemingly healthy business that is turning a steady profit could be at risk [...]
Very few opportunities capture investors’ imagination quite like real estate. The ability to generate passive income, build equity and enjoy steady price growth are some of the most attractive draws of investing in property. Over the last 50 years, real estate has become a popular investment vehicle. After the subprime mortgage crisis, investors have quickly [...]
Funding is always a challenge for entrepreneurs and startups. Without an established track record, receiving financing from traditional lenders and investors can be daunting. This often leaves you with selling assets, borrowing against your home or maintaining a 9-5 job just to fund your dream. Despite the risks involved, entrepreneurship is surging across the country [...]
