Category: Starting a Business

What Are the Benefits of Financing Your Marketing Spend?

What Are the Benefits of Financing Your Marketing Spend?

In 2012, Dollar Shave Club spent $4,500 on a 90-second YouTube video titled “Our Blades Are F***ing Great.” Thanks to the crude tone, it went viral instantly. Forty-eight hours later, the company found itself with millions of views and 12,000 new orders. As a small business owner, you already know how powerful marketing can be. But what if you don’t have the cash flow you need to fund campaigns? The good news is that financing can help. Let’s explore how… Read More
How to Make a Website in 5 Steps

How to Make a Website in 5 Steps

In this digital era, having your own website is essential for most small businesses. They can amplify your brand, help you connect with old customers, and allow you to reach new customers. In fact, not having a website can make your business look archaic and out of touch. The good news is that establishing your online presence is easier than ever before. In this step-by-step guide, we cover everything you need to know about how to make a new website.… Read More
How to Start a Business: Everything You Need to Know

How to Start a Business: Everything You Need to Know

Key Takeaways When starting a business, it’s important to build a solid foundation and create a business plan.  Build a strong brand identity and marketing plan to help attract customers and repeat business. Set up your business finances the right way to make it easier to build a financially healthy business. Small businesses are the backbone of the economy, and entrepreneurs are coming from various types of industries. Over half a million small businesses are founded every month in the… Read More
Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) Replaces D-U-N-S Number

Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) Replaces D-U-N-S Number

The federal government has replaced the D-U-N-S® Number with a new unique entity identifier known as the Unique Entity ID. Here’s what that means for your small business, and what you need to do now.  What is a Unique Entity Identifier? The Unique Entity ID is the official identifier for doing business with the U.S. Government as of April 4, 2022. It is a 12-character alphanumeric ID assigned to an entity by SAM.gov. The federal government uses a system called… Read More
How to Get a Business License, Permits and Register Your Company Properly in 2025

How to Get a Business License, Permits and Register Your Company Properly in 2025

As a small business owner, you want to make sure you’re starting off on the right foot by running your new business in line with local laws and regulations. One way to do this may be to get a business license, but this depends on the nature of your business and the laws in your area. Business licensing requirements change from state to state and even from city to city. Getting a business license or permit can add credibility to… Read More
The Best Business Formation Services

The Best Business Formation Services

As a small business owner or entrepreneur, you have a lot on your plate — from boxing up products to staying on top of invoices. Opening an LLC or a corporation legally can be complex and confusing, but we’ve done the research for you.  Business formation services provide expert guidance through the process of opening a new business, making sure you’re following all local and federal laws. It also allows your new business to stay compliant and in good standing.… Read More