This Week's Highlight New Content on Business.gov
Accepting Payment from Customers
Whether you are starting or currently operating your business, it is important to weigh your options when deciding how to accept payment from your customers. Learn the pros and cons of accepting cash, credit and debit cards. Here you will also find out how to set up a merchant account and what are the steps for accepting credit cards. Read more... Exiting a Business
Planning for your exit from your business is just as important as starting it. Whether you are selling your business or closing up shop, having an exit strategy and knowing some basic legal steps will ease the process of getting out of your business. Read more...
Recent Articles in the Community Small Business Matters Before You File Your 2009 Tax Return – Take Note of Major Tax Changes that Apply this Year!
As you prepare to file your small business tax return, you'll need to be aware of several new tax laws that went into effect in 2009. This article outlines the key changes that impact the 2010 tax filing season. Read more... Google AdWords Explained – Growing Your Small Business with this Cost Effective Marketing Tool
Google AdWords, the "Sponsored Links" that appear to the right of your main search results on Google, offer small businesses in particular a relatively low cost and flexible way to pitch their wares and generate traffic to their Web site.This post briefly explains pay-per-click advertising based on the Google AdWords model - how it works, discusses ways you can determine if it's right for your business, and offers lessons learned from other small business owners. Read more... Business Law Advisor How Do I Find an EIN?
Most businesses need an Employer Identification Number (EIN), also known as a Federal Tax Identification Number, from the IRS. If you misplaced your EIN, need to establish an EIN, or want to look up another business's EIN, read this guide for fast answers to your EIN questions. Read more... Small Business Cents Save Money Through Energy Efficiency Laws
Small businesses can cut more than 25% off of their energy expenses when they follow an energy saving plan. If your business is strapped for cash or you want to minimize costs, try saving energy to save money. Fortunately, the government recognizes the importance of energy efficiency and sustainability and provides small businesses with great incentives to go green. Read on to learn more about how to save money through energy-saving tax credits, grants and other incentives. Read more... The Industry Word Franchising and Technology
New technologies are being developed daily, and a lot of them can be used for business. The franchise business is a model that's built on efficiency, and it only makes sense that some of the new technology that's being developed would have several uses for both franchisees, and franchisors. Read more... Uncovering the Government’s Hidden Treasure
Small-business set-asides in government contracting can provide more opportunity than meets the eye. In this post, I’ll discuss the different types of small businesses and how different size businesses can work together to meet small business goals. Read more... Idea Exchange How Did You Finance Your Business?
While some business owners are able to participate in government financing programs, others find assistance through alternative sources. Share how you found the funds to get your business up and running. Read more...
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