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Choosing a Name for Your Business or Product
Choosing a Name for Your Business or Product What is it? Naming your business or product is an important marketing decision. The name you choose will position your business or product in people’s minds, affect the image you project, and have a major impact on your success. Your corporation must… Read More
The Business Plan
The Business Plan What is a business plan? Essentially, a business plan is the management and financial blueprint of your company. It is meant to serve as both your business guide and as a tool to help you attract investors. The plan should be comprehensive yet concise. It should explain… Read More
Starting a Business – Research the Competition
Researching the Competition Why should you research the competition? It’s better to know what you’re up against Experienced runners try to avoid looking back so they won’t see the competition gaining on them. As a prospective business owner, however, it’s better to know what you’re up against. You must understand… Read More
Starting or Buying a Business
Starting or Buying a Business Planning for your own business Before you start your own business or buy an existing business, you should do some initial planning. You may have already decided what type of business you want–your own restaurant, retail outlet, service, or manufacturing plant. You need to choose… Read More
How to Cut Costs if You’re Spending Too Much
How to Cut Costs if You’re Spending Too Much How do you cut costs if you’re spending too much? No matter how tightly you try to control your spending or how strictly you follow your spending plan, at some point you are likely to wonder how you can cut… Read More
Understanding Your Paycheck
Understanding Your Paycheck Congratulations! You’ve just landed a new job. Here are some important things to be aware of before you receive your first paycheck. When will I receive my paycheck? How often will you be paid? Typically, your payday will depend on the company you work for… Read More
Cash Reserve – A Good Idea
Cash Reserve What is a cash reserve? A cash reserve is a pool of funds (and sometimes credit) that you hold in a readily available form to meet emergency and other highly urgent, short-term needs. Sometimes, it is referred to as an emergency or contingency fund. Terminology is important here… Read More
Members of the Military: Personal Financial Planning
Members of the Military: Personal Financial Planning Financial planning is the process that can help you pursue your goals by evaluating your whole financial picture, then outlining strategies that are tailored to your individual needs and available resources. Just as the success of a military mission is dependent upon proper… Read More
Test Your Knowledge of Financial Basics How well do you understand personal finance? The following brief quiz can help you gauge your knowledge of a few basics. In the answer section, you’ll find details to help you learn more. Questions 1. How much should you set aside in liquid, low-risk… Read More
The Big Picture
Financial Planning: Helping You See the Big Picture Do you picture yourself owning a new home, starting a business, or retiring comfortably? These are a few of the financial goals that may be important to you, and each comes with a price tag attached. That’s where financial planning comes in.… Read More