This Week's Highlight 7 Navigation Improvements to Business.gov
Did you notice that we updated that Navigation bar on the right hand side of Business.gov? Our number one goal is to provide high quality information to small business owners as easily as possible. In addition to reorganizing the information, we've also polished the presentation to give the overall site a more modern look. We hope that this helps you find what you're looking for. Read more...
Recent Articles in the Community Small Business Matters Maintaining Business as Usual in a Disaster: New Web Site Helps Businesses Plan for the Unexpected
Roughly 40 to 60 percent of small businesses never reopen their doors following a disaster. Therefore, the SBA announced this week that it has partnered with the private sector to launch a one-stop, online resource devoted to the sustainability of small businesses through business continuity planning. Read more... Making Estimated Tax Payments - A 101 for the Small Business Owner
One of the biggest mistakes small business owners make during the start-up phase is misunderstanding their tax obligations - particularly estimated taxes. What are estimated taxes? Who must pay them and how? This article explains some facts from the IRS to help new small business owners understand their estimated tax obligations. Read more... Business Law Advisor Affiliate Marketing Basics
One of the more popular advertising techniques for online retailers is affiliate marketing. Affiliate marketing is a commission-based referral partnership, typically between a website owner and an online retailer who wants to promote their product. Here is an intro to affiliate marketing: commission methods, types of affiliates, benefits for retailers and affiliates, and common concerns. Read more... Four Tips for Complying with Government Regulations
Are you starting a business and confused about which licenses and permits to apply for? Are you at a loss with where to look for compliance information? While a handful of government regulations are applicable to all businesses, others regulations are specific to industries. Here are four tips for checking if your business is compliant with all laws and regulations, as well as federal, state, and local resources for further information. Read more... In The Loop Idea Exchange: How Are You Managing Employee Benefit Costs?
Employee benefits, whether optional or required by law, have financial implications for employers. How do you make sure you are compliant and that your employees are well compensated, while balancing your business checkbook? Here is what members have to say in last month's Idea Exchange. Read more... The Industry Word Mentor-Protege Program Offers Small Businesses Government Contracting Opportunities
There are few things more valuable in business than a mentor - someone who has "been there and done that." A mentor can provide valuable advice and business guidance, which can be particularly useful when you are doing business with the government. This post will provide information on the government's own Mentor-Protege Program specifically designed to help small businesses secure more government contracts. Read more... Misclassifying Workers as Independent Contractors Can Be Costly
Statistics from the Department of Labor Statistics indicate hiring is on the rise for the first time in more than a year. However, because businesses continue to be concerned about the economy, many employers are choosing to hire independent contractors and freelancers instead of full-time employees. Misclassifying a worker as an independent contractor rather than an employee can be a costly mistake. Read more...
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