Getting and Keeping Money
By Alyssa Gregory, About.com Guide
Money makes the business world go around. Getting it and keeping it are survival skills needed for small business success. Whether you're a start up or growing business, learning the basics of accounting and raising capital will go a long way to ensure you stay in business.
Money Sources
Determine your best source of capital to start or grow your small business.
- Four Ways Fund Your Business on a Bootstrap Budget
- 7 Tips for Running Your Business on a Bootstrap Budget
- Finding the Money for Your Business
- 5 Small Business Loan Tips
- 5 C's of Small Business Loans Qualification
- Getting a Small Business Loan Starts with You
- Find an Angel Investor
- Small Business Loans 101
- SBA Loan Program
- Debt and Equity Financing
- Is An IPO Right For Your Business
- Financing Your Business by Private Placement
Everyday Accounting
Keeping tabs on where your cash goes and overall all profits is key to success. These resources will help you in accounting and tax matters.
- Do I Need an Accountant?
- 10 Things You Need To Do To Build a Successful Relationship with Your Bookkeeper
- How To Find a Good Accountant
- Your Small Business Accounting Team
- Using Technology to Reduce Small Business Expenses
- 8 Reasons to Ditch Your Shoebox Accounting System
- 7 Ways to Reduce Your Small Business Tax Burden
- Top 10 Small Business Tax Deductions
- Price to Pay for Taxes Preparation
- The 10 Rules of Cash Flow 101
- Time to Upgrade Your Accounting Software?
- Cash Versus Accrual Accounting
- Make Your Financial Plan Profitable
Cash Management
Effective cash management is key to keep your business running smoothly. Discover the necessary tips and tricks to manage your most precious resource.
- How to Reduce Small Business Costs
- 5 Online Payment Services to Help Small Businesses Get Paid
- How to Raise Your Rates without Losing Clients
- How to Plan for Retirement as a Small Business Owner
- Mastering Cash Flow Analysis
- 6 Steps to Effective Business Credit Card Management
- Free-Up Working Capital With Equipment Leasing