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When customers abandon their property

Ask FSB  Thu, 08/20/2009 - 08:22

A dry cleaner considers turning customers’ absentmindedness into a tidy tax break.

Taylor, Jackson, Miss.


 

How to get inventory when you’re low on cash

Ask FSB  Fri, 03/27/2009 - 09:11

For retailers that don’t want the overhead of stockpiling merchandise, drop shipping can be a cost-saving option.


 

Going global: How your biz can make the leap

Ask FSB  Wed, 03/25/2009 - 08:11

Ready to expand overseas? Here’s a guide to the resources that can help you get started.


 

When ‘free’ doesn’t pay off

Ask FSB  Tue, 02/10/2009 - 16:38

Offering a product too cheaply can devalue it for customers. Here’s how to zoom in on the right price point.


 

When ‘free’ doesn’t pay off

Ask FSB  Tue, 02/10/2009 - 16:38

Offering a product too cheaply can devalue it for customers. Here’s how to zoom in on the right price point.


 

Business grants: Sorting out the scams

Ask FSB  Thu, 01/29/2009 - 17:28

Grants for small companies are almost as rare as unicorns. Here’s how to protect yourself against fraud.


 

Business grants: Sorting out the scams

Ask FSB  Thu, 01/29/2009 - 17:28

Grants for small companies are almost as rare as unicorns. Here’s how to protect yourself against fraud.


 

Turn your receivables into quick cash

Ask FSB  Fri, 11/21/2008 - 09:50

“Factoring” can be a godsend for growing businesses that need to smooth out their cash flow.

Here’s what you need to know about it.


 

Is now the time to buy a business?

Ask FSB  Wed, 11/12/2008 - 07:47

A downturn can be a great time to become an entrepreneur - but only if you’re prepared, financially and emotionally, to wait out the economic turmoil.


 

Is now the time to buy a business?

Ask FSB  Wed, 11/12/2008 - 07:47

A downturn can be a great time to become an entrepreneur - but only if you’re prepared, financially and emotionally, to wait out the economic turmoil.