The Small Business Administration and its Office of Veterans Business Development wants to get the word out that veterans wanting to start or expand a business can seek additional financial assistance. The SBA has $1 billion available to loan each year and the Department of Veteran Affairs is available to help veterans find help. This includes assistance with training, business…
Often debated is the impact that a rise in minimum wage will have on business, particuarly small business. With six states passing laws increasing the minimum wage to surpass the federally-mandated $5.15/per hour in Tuesday’s election, it is again a topic of discussion. For many employees, it means a raise and a possible improvement in their standard of living. However,…
Health care costs are a major concern not just among employees, but among business owners as well. The annual cost increases, types of plans/coverage available, and determining the appropriate level of employee contributions add up to one protracted headache. The article, “Get a grip on health care costs” provides a few useful tips geared to small business owners that can assist…
Let me first explain little bit how our mail forwarding works. Your mail comes to our office. We put it in the box and also send you email with short description of the letter or package. Depending on your scheduled mail out date we send all your mail to you. BTW: You can change your scheduled mail out anytime by…
The effects of outsourcing traditionally white-collar jobs is just being felt, and the future full impact will be huge. That’s the findings by the Hackett Group which will formally release a report of their findings this week. According to the Hackett Group, Fortune 500 companies, could potentially save $58 billion annually, or about $116 million per company, just by offshoring…
From time to time, every business must consider the costs of outsourcing a particular project with those of hiring additional staff. As with all things, there are advantages and disadvantages to consider in utilizing an independent contractor (IC). Typically, you will save money in hiring an IC. Even though on an hourly basis, you may end of paying an IC…