Choosing the right legal structure is one of the most important decisions you’ll make when starting or growing a business. Your choice can affect how you pay taxes, manage your business, protect your personal assets, bring in additional owners, and plan for future growth. If you’re unsure whether a sole proprietorship, partnership, LLC, corporation, or […]
Keeping accurate books is an important part of running a successful small business, but using accounting software effectively can sometimes feel like another job on your already-full schedule. If you use QuickBooks—or are considering using it—an upcoming live online workshop can help you learn how to set it up properly and develop bookkeeping habits that
Managing payroll involves more than issuing paychecks. Business owners must understand their federal and state tax obligations, employee classifications, reporting requirements, and responsibilities under the Fair Labor Standards Act. To help new and existing business owners better understand these requirements, SCORE is offering a free live online workshop titled “Understanding Payroll Taxes & FLSA Compliance.”
Running a business takes more than making sales. Understanding what your numbers mean can help you manage money, recognize financial problems, and make better decisions about your next steps. If accounting feels confusing, an upcoming free SCORE workshop offers a practical place to start. Business Accounting 101: The Numbers Behind Your Business takes place online
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Have you ever considered becoming a business owner but felt unsure about where to begin? Perhaps you are ready to leave your job and take greater control of your future. Maybe you want to start building a business while remaining employed. Franchise ownership could provide a structured path toward reaching those goals. On Tuesday, September
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Every successful business begins with a single decision—to start. If you’ve been dreaming about becoming your own boss, launching a side hustle, or turning your passion into a profitable business, you may be wondering where to begin. Between business planning, legal requirements, startup costs, funding, and marketing, starting a business can feel overwhelming. The good
Managing your business finances doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Whether you’re launching a new venture or looking to strengthen an existing business, understanding financial fundamentals can help you make better decisions, improve cash flow, and prepare for long-term growth. If you’re ready to gain practical financial knowledge from experienced professionals, don’t miss this FREE LIVE
Starting a nonprofit organization can be rewarding, but many new founders underestimate the legal, financial, and operational responsibilities involved with building a successful 501(c)(3). If you’re considering launching a charitable organization, an upcoming free SCORE online workshop may help you better understand the process before getting started. What the SCORE Workshop Covers This live online
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How to Start a Business in 2026 (Step-by-Step Guide for Entrepreneurs) Starting a business in 2026 requires more than just a good idea. Entrepreneurs today need the right business structure, financial planning, branding strategy, and growth roadmap to compete in a rapidly changing digital economy. Whether you want to launch a side hustle, build a
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The Misconception About Building Business Credit Without Using Your Social Security Number Many entrepreneurs believe they can completely separate themselves from business debt simply by getting an EIN and forming an LLC. Unfortunately, this is one of the biggest misconceptions in business credit today. Although you can establish a business credit profile using your EIN,