Overview of Preparing for 2018 Tax Law Change There are a few ways in which you want to make sure you’ve prepared for the first year of implementation of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), also known as the 2018 Tax Law Change. You want to do at least the following as a small business, …
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Running a business can be incredibly overwhelming. From tracking your sales and expenses to managing marketing campaigns, it’s a wonder you remember to get dressed in the morning. Having cloud software solutions to help manage your business can save time and money. But without the right tools, managing the software can be a job all …

Starting your own business can be costly. Financial barriers can be higher for women and minorities. Research from the Small Business Administration (SBA) finds that women and minority business owners are still less likely to get approved for loans. Fortunately, there are business financing options available specifically for women and minorities. Government agencies and big …

Women-owned businesses are big news in today’s business world. According to the National Association of Women Business Owners, close to 12 million businesses owned by women in the U.S. employ nearly 9 million people and generate more than $1.7 trillion in revenues (2017 figures). More than one thousand new women-owned businesses are launched every day. …

Starting a minority-owned small business offers a variety of benefits. Many state and federal agencies (as well as Fortune 500 corporations) want to do business with minority-owned businesses. You can also receive a variety of minority-owned business grants and other opportunities. If you’re a minority and you have thought about starting a business, there are …

If there’s one thing every small business owner knows it’s that obtaining financing is a crucial element for starting or maintaining your business. You must make some tough decisions and sacrifices to achieve your goals. But where do you start? How will you know if one option will work or not? CUE had the pleasure …

Balance Sheet First, review your Balance Sheet. On the Assets side, start with the bank accounts — each account should be reconciled with the bank statement. If you have old transactions on bank reconciliations that have not been reconciled, these should be voided or deleted. If you send invoices to your clients, your Accounts Receivable …

A strong business credit profile doesn’t just help you secure a loan: it is also essential for attracting new business. Unlike with personal credit reports, anyone — including potential customers, partners, and suppliers — can look at your business credit report. Building good business credit can help you get lower-interest small-business loans, business credit cards …

You finally did it: you started your own business, you are your own boss and excited about the company’s future. To keep this dream job alive, you will need money. What you want is to keep yourself on a strict budget so that you have resources and wiggle room to conquer any inevitable problems. From …

CUE understands that running a small business takes time. Visit CUE’s marketplace of curated software solutions to find tools that will save you time when running your business. Everybody needs more time during the holiday season. Money ebbs and flows: regardless of your situation, whether your small business deals in an industry like retail with …