Belle Wong, J.D.
Belle Wong, is a freelance writer specializing in small business, personal finance, banking, and tech/SAAS. She spends her spare moments testing out the latest productivity apps and plotting her latest novel.
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Could You Turn Your Business into a Nonprofit?
Thinking about converting your for-profit business into a nonprofit? Find out why you might want to make such a change, and how to go about it.
· 4 min read
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Should I Publish an Annual Report?
Annual reports are not only beneficial to large, publicly traded corporations. Armed with an understanding of what an annual report can accomplish, small businesses stand to gain similar benefits by publishing annual reports of their own.
· 3 min read
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Do I Need a Profit and Loss Statement if I'm Self-Employed?
Are you a self-employed individual who's not that concerned about financial statements? There is one financial statement you'll definitely need for federal and state tax purposes: the profit and loss statement the IRS requires from sole proprietors.
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Single Step vs. Multi Step Income Statement: Which One Should I Use?
Single step income statement or multi step income statement? Both have advantages and disadvantages. Your choice of format depends on what you intend to use your income statement for, and what level of financial detail you're intending to provide.
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What Are Your Financial Statements Telling You?
Your small business's financial statements provide a wealth of relevant information for measuring your progress. Each one—balance sheet, income statement, cash flow statement, and statement of equity—provides another piece of your financial puzzle.
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How to Evict a Tenant from a Rental Property
Has that perfect tenant turned out to be less awesome than you'd hoped? The eviction process may seem daunting, but it can be done.
· 5 min read
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Help! the FTC Shut Me Down! Now What?
Worried about a customer's FTC complaint against you? Learn more about the FTC complaint process and what it means for your business.
· 6 min read
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5 Tips to Stay Labor Law Compliant
As an employer, it's essential for a small business to meet all applicable labor law requirements. These tips will help you stay compliant.
· 4 min read
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Pros and Cons of Having a Purchasing Agent
A good purchasing agent can play an important role in the ongoing success of your business. Find out what a purchasing agent does and what should be included in a purchasing agent agreement.
· 3 min read
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Creating an Invoice Template for Your Business
Using an invoice template lets you send out invoices that have a consistent, professional look. Learn about what your invoices should include, as well as several ways to create your own invoice template for your business.
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