Up and Running

JUNE 25, 2014

What do you need to know about small business loans before you apply? You have a lot of options, and there are a lot of variables in the equation that determines whether you’ll qualify for the loan you’re applying for (or whether that loan is even a good fit for you and your business). Scott: Hi everybody.

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YoungUpstarts

JULY 1, 2014

The small business sector is growing rapidly. And while corporate America has been “downsizing,” in recent years, the rate of small business start-ups has dramatically increased. Bureau of Labor and Statistics research, there are an estimated 28 million small businesses in the U.S.

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YoungUpstarts

MARCH 2, 2020

As you are working on your small business startup, it is very likely that the last thing you want to be thinking about is the potential for bankruptcy. After all, bankruptcy is very often associated with failure and you don’t want to cloud your vision with thoughts about potential collapse. What is Bankruptcy?

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YoungUpstarts

MAY 8, 2014

Or a key vendor declares bankruptcy. To a small business owner who has a small number of customers, losing just one customer has a significant impact on organizational health. As a small business owner, of course you’re going to try to cut costs and stretch the budget wherever possible.

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YoungUpstarts

SEPTEMBER 10, 2013

For any business, revenue matters. For a startup, sustained revenue is of paramount importance: a paucity of sales in one month could lead to bankruptcy the next. By Scott Tarlow, founder, president and CEO of Success Systems. To prevent disaster, it’s essential for startups to lock down a big client as soon as possible.

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The Startup Magazine

FEBRUARY 24, 2020

Outside of obtaining a business loan, there are also good reasons to focus heavily on your cash flow, namely because it’s one of the defining factors of whether a small business succeeds. Still, having an enviable cash flow isn’t enough in and of itself.

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YoungUpstarts

DECEMBER 2, 2014

In fact, since 2000, more than 10 million Americans have filed personal bankruptcy due to their employers’ failed health insurance plan. Consultant fees charged to businesses for expertise in health reform, small business health insurance, and defined contribution. For many, it’s been a struggle.

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Hearpreneur

OCTOBER 31, 2021

Saturn, Pontiac, and Hummer were all shuttered due to GM's bankruptcy, which occurred on June 1, 2009. John has invested in various small businesses and served as a mentor and branding authority since his beginnings in 1992. Two years later, the company had amassed huge debts because of high fuel prices and was near bankruptcy.

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Up and Running

MARCH 15, 2017

The business could also be held liable for resulting injuries, which means a third party (such as the aforementioned client) could seek damages to cover the cost of replacing damaged property or medical bills. Many small business owners don’t believe they need cyber insurance, but the risk of a data breach is bigger than you think.

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Up and Running

JUNE 21, 2021

However, the challenges you face are the same ones that every successful small business owner has faced and then surmounted in some way or another. It can be instructive and inspirational to hear about businesses that triumphed over adversity. How these six businesses worked with the SBA to grow. Inspiration for growth.

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Hearpreneur

DECEMBER 30, 2020

We asked some entrepreneurs and business owners, why they started their businesses: #1- From personal experience. I owned a mortgage company when the mortgage industry crashed and lost almost everything pushing me to the brink of personal bankruptcy. 7- Help small business in website ranking on Google.

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The Equity Kicker

AUGUST 29, 2012

That’s what happened to Chargify LLC, a provider of billing-management software to small businesses, which used the freemium business model when it started out in 2009. If a merchant wanted to bill more than 50 customers monthly, then the business owner would have to start paying $49 a month. The Needham, Mass.,

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The Startup Magazine

JULY 1, 2019

In their study, they found that most businesses fail due to poor understanding of cash flow and lack of a well-developed business plan. With staggering statistics like these, it’s clear that startups need to come up with affordable ways to handle their accounting services needs in order to avoid bankruptcy. Generate invoices.

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Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 6, 2021

If you are just plain tired of working so hard, or your startup is not getting the traction you expected, should you shut down cleanly, or just file for bankruptcy and walk away? For those who think that bankruptcy is the easy way out, think again. Bankruptcy should always be the absolutely last resort.

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YoungUpstarts

APRIL 5, 2017

It’s pretty tough to get the capital you need for a startup or small business with subpar credit. Work on rebuilding your credit now, regardless of whether you plan to start a small business, make a big purchase like a car or home, or otherwise need good credit in the near future.

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YoungUpstarts

JANUARY 22, 2013

While just about any small business owner and entrepreneur can benefit greatly from publicity, some people have the misconception that a publicist is something only celebrities have. When American Airlines filed for bankruptcy, how did the networks find an airline consultant to explain the situation?

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Startup Professionals Musings

MARCH 6, 2019

If you are just plain tired of working so hard, or your startup is not getting the traction you expected, should you shut down cleanly, or just file for bankruptcy and walk away? For those who think that bankruptcy is the easy way out, think again. Bankruptcy should always be the absolutely last resort.

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Up and Running

NOVEMBER 12, 2014

Initial Public Offering (IPO): This exit strategy is not suited to most small businesses, primarily because it means convincing both investors and Wall Street analysts that stock in your business will be worth something to the general public. Liquidation: For small businesses, liquidation is a common exit strategy.

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Up and Running

JULY 12, 2021

Starting a business is difficult, but establishing a new business from scratch after filing for bankruptcy can be an even bigger challenge. Nothing is as stressful as bankruptcy. Filing bankruptcy will offer a fresh start and keep your debts behind you. How to rebuild your finances and credit after bankruptcy.

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YoungUpstarts

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

Besides being able to stay connected to friends and family, social media offers great benefits; especially in terms of small business growth. Small businesses typically have to pay special attention to advertising strategies in order to get their name and service out in a timely and efficient manner to potential clients.

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YoungUpstarts

OCTOBER 15, 2020

Debt can help your business if used the right way. It can help accelerate growth and capture business where you otherwise wouldn’t be able to. With proper management, you can maximize the potential of your small business with a bit of debt. There are endless stories of businesses collapsing under the weight of debt.

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YoungUpstarts

SEPTEMBER 12, 2014

When you hear the question “What type of background checks should my small business run on employees?” you imagine that some invisible barrier exists between “small companies” and “large companies” that impacts which types of background screenings are and are not necessary. Professional Licenses.

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Up and Running

NOVEMBER 10, 2014

If your business is considering filing for bankruptcy, read on to see how to proceed. If your business has been experiencing financial difficulty for some time, is filing for bankruptcy the appropriate step? And if so, what bankruptcy options do you have? Chapter 7 Bankruptcy.

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Occam's Razor

SEPTEMBER 24, 2012

If you are looking for inspiration … my absolute favorite small business example is Seventh Generation. I can't think of even one other business that understands its Facebook audience as well as they do. Social media success does not guarantee, business success. Facebook Brand Pages. Create a brand page.

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The Startup Magazine

AUGUST 25, 2019

I spoke with experienced Philadelphia bankruptcy attorney David Offen, Esq. who let me know about some general pros and cons of filing bankruptcy for a business. The Pros and Cons of Chapter 7 Business Filing. First, what is Chapter 7 business bankruptcy? First, what is Chapter 11 Business Bankruptcy?

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YoungUpstarts

MAY 22, 2017

As a small business owner, it’s important to prepare for the worst-case scenario, in which you’re no longer able to perform the duties essential to running your business. According to the Council for Disability Awareness , medical expenses accounted for 62% of all personal bankruptcies filed in the U.S.

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Hearpreneur

MARCH 5, 2017

Additionally, Lisa Price has encouraged me via her brand and ability to persevere despite its bankruptcy. I believe she knows how to break down the intricacies of being a small business owner and can provide me with empowering tools to move my company farther in reaching my target market.

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YoungUpstarts

MAY 18, 2018

Are you in the process of planning out a small business expansion? In a recent survey, one out of every four businesses polled claimed the biggest factor in their inability to grow was a lack of funding. Getting a small business loan can be both time-consuming and challenging, but it is worth the effort you invest.

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YoungUpstarts

JULY 16, 2020

If you make a mistake or cause harm to someone while doing business, you might get sued and be held personally liable for the damages. If your business is unable to weather the current economic storm and has to close or file bankruptcy, you can be held personally liable for any outstanding debts.

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YoungUpstarts

JUNE 17, 2020

Companies engaged in an assignment for the benefit of creditors are not afforded protection from the “automatic stay,” a “breathing spell” provided by Federal law in a formal bankruptcy proceeding, which freezes all creditor communication and action in their efforts to collect upon filing. Federal Bankruptcy – Chapter 7.

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YoungUpstarts

AUGUST 28, 2013

By Keith Tully of Real Business Rescue. When your business is failing and bankruptcy seems imminent it can be easy to trick yourself into thinking there are no options left, especially if you have poor business credit and a multitude of financial obligations and debts to deal with.

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Hearpreneur

OCTOBER 6, 2019

After thinking about how much I enjoyed helping her business grow and learning all I could about business structure, marketing, SEO and social media to name a few, I decided to take these new skills and help other small business owners. My company now helps any new or existing business grow and succeed.

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YoungUpstarts

NOVEMBER 16, 2012

by Lonnie Sciambi, author of “ Secrets to Entrepreneurial Success “ It never ceases to amaze me how many small business owners think that having multiple sources of revenue, often across multiple market types is a good business model. Small business success, especially in the early years, is dependent on focus.

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Up and Running

SEPTEMBER 19, 2011

Keller runs Profitworks Small Business Services which helps small businesses expand their customer base through marketing & sales strategy, planning and execution. Customers and revenue never just appear. They take thoughtful planning, strategic thinking and hard work. Guest Author Chris R.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 1, 2019

Image via Pixabay As a mentor to many small business owners, I always caution them that you can never relax completely, just because your initial solution or product set appears to be getting traction, and the market buzz is positive.

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YoungUpstarts

AUGUST 17, 2015

Do you run a small business? And, let’s not forget that it’s a simple way to grow any small business! That’s because it’s likely they might be on the brink of bankruptcy! Outsource some of your business functions. As a result, a lot of companies and financial institutions went bust.

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YoungUpstarts

JUNE 25, 2014

It sounds a little cynical, but upon hearing it you know there’s a kernel of truth and as a former bankruptcy attorney for business owners I saw the principle in play every day. That means that you’re not only signing on behalf of the business, but on behalf of yourself as well. It’s like you’re cosigning for the business.

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