Managing Other Risks
Credit is only one risk businesses must manage. Other risks to the enterprise include employee theft, worker safety, and computer security.
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An alternative to bank financing is saving. Boring, yes, but a realistic alternative. Here are two strategies to prepare you to be your own lender.
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Use these guidelines to reduce costs without reducing your company's long-term strength.
Small business owners say that banks have tightened the spigot for too long.
Step-by-Step Guide to Building Business Credit
Building good business credit is the key to financial health. Without it, you'll have a hard time opening a trade account at a supplier like Office Depot or receiving a business credit card or traditional bank loan. But all that changes once you've established a solid credit rating. Get started now.
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Credit-building services aren't absolutely necessary, but they can be very helpful to stressed-out business owners.
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