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    Which Type of Business Entity Should You Choose?

    Business July 2, 2020

    When you’re starting a new business, you’ll have to choose the type of business structure that’s right for it. Knowing the differences between the types of structures and what each one has to offer can help you choose the right business entity — a decision that’ll affect your taxes, income and legal liability.[1] When making...

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    What Is a Trust in Business?

    Business July 13, 2020

    When most people think of a trust, they think of it as something rich people set up for their children. But a trust can have much wider uses than that, serving a range of people. A trust is a legal entity where money, property, or assets belonging to one party (the settlor) is overseen by...

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    How to Register a Business Name

    Business January 8, 2020

    When you launch a new business, it’s important to take all the right steps to make sure the state and federal government recognize your company. One of those steps is registering your business name. Knowing how to register a business name properly is important because it protects your name and identity. There are different ways...

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    Online Business Ideas You Can Start Today

    Starting December 20, 2019

    The internet continues to create new opportunities for savvy entrepreneurs, particularly when it comes to starting an online business. The costs have the potential to be smaller compared to brick-and-mortar organizations, and the audience that your products or services can reach is vast. While opening an online business has its advantages — working for yourself,...

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    What You Need to Know About Business Continuity Planning

    Growing May 10, 2018

    If you’re running a business, you should have a contingency plan in case one or more key people leave, no matter if it’s because of retirement, death, a disagreement over strategy or a job opportunity at another firm. In some cases, such planning is crucial to ensure an orderly transition in ownership. It is an...

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    How to Start a Small Business on a Shoestring Budget

    Starting September 7, 2017

    Have you ever had an idea for a small business? Maybe it’s a unique product you believe would be a hit, or a brick-and-mortar storefront that would provide a needed service to a neighborhood. For those would-be entrepreneurs who actually take steps to realize their business idea, however, many eventually hit a brick wall. Financing...

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    Protect Yourself from These 12 Common Job Scams

    Family & Life May 28, 2024

    Learn how to protect yourself from different types of job scams. Find out how to know whether a job alert is a scam and how to report job scams.

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    How to Freeze Your Credit

    My Money September 14, 2021

    In a world that only grows more digital, personal information like your credit is at greater risk than ever. If someone manages to get their hands on any of your sensitive information, they may be able to open a credit account in your name and rack up a bewildering amount of fraudulent charges. With threats...

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    My Money June 11, 2020

    Paperwork. It’s not the most exciting part of life, but putting a little work in up front to keep important documents organized and accessible can save a lot of hassle when you need to access them. But how long do you really need to keep documents? This guide will explain how long to keep your...

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    How to Find Work from Home Jobs

    New Job October 19, 2019

    Working from home is the next big thing. According to the State of the Remote Job Marketplace report, in 2018, nearly 4 million people, or 2.9% of the population, worked from home. That’s a 115% increase since 2005, and that number is projected to grow even faster in the coming decade. Upwork’s Future Workforce Report...

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    Get it There Fast: A Look at Rapid Local-Delivery Services

    Growing January 6, 2017

    As the general manager of My Fit Foods in Hermosa Beach, Calif., Brandi Guerra hears about her customers’ desire for convenience every day. The company, with more than 50 stores in five states, specializes in creating healthy meals to go. “Everyone wants it fresh, and everyone wants it now,” says Guerra, whose customers range from...

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    Home Fire Safety: One Room at a Time

    Home - Safety October 6, 2014

    We’re kicking off our Fire Prevention Week 2014 series with tips on how to protect your home and what’s in it. Think of each room as a separate entity with its own set of rules. Begin in the bedroom The U.S. Fire Administration estimates 600 Americans die in fires that start in bedrooms. Let’s start...

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