Author Archives: Ryan Thompson

Start Fresh on Etsy in the New Year

Wow, another year has come and gone… hello 2012!  Now that you have recovered from New Year’s Eve celebrations, it’s time to prepare for a prosperous 2012.  We want to share 5 quick tips to start your Etsy business off … read full post

Posted in Etsy, ecommerce |

Find Out if Your Deductions Will Get You Audited

As scary as the auditing process is, there is a way for small business owners to combat the auditor. And that’s by arming yourself with knowledge, of course! The IRS decides to audit by following a formula. They compare your … read full post

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5 Business Checklists that You Should Burn

Finding good business advice is tough, and what you’ll find on the web might scare you (I know it scared me!).  Every business checklist generally begins with a paragraph using words like “daunting,” “challenging,” and “intimidating,” followed by some motivational … read full post

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The Best Small Business “Loan” Available to Every Business in the Country!

Uh, oh. Estimated taxes are due on January 17th and you still haven’t won the lottery. Not all of us have extra cash on hand, so what are alternatives? Pay with a credit card? Take out a loan? Actually, here … read full post

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