small business

Self-employment (SE) tax can be a major expense for small business owners — and many self-employed individuals are blindsided by this tax when they file their first tax return with SE income. This article provides answers to questions you may have regarding SE tax, including how much it is, who owes it, whether it's deductible, how to pay it and more.

Are you fed up with all the recent accounting rule changes? For many private companies, the new lease standard that went into effect in 2022 was the last straw. Here’s an alternative reporting framework to consider.

Bills, bills, bills! From utilities and payroll to taxes and supplies, there’s always a bill that needs to be paid when you own a small business. When cash is short, it pays to understand the differences between profits and cash flow.

Do you know how much your startup is worth? A business valuation professional answers this question by combining the entrepreneur’s projections with objective, market-based data.