The right customer relationship management (CRM) software system can help your small business boost sales and save time by operating more efficiently and effectively. But with almost 400 brands from which to choose, how can your small business pick the best CRM system for its needs? To make the right choice, you’ll have to strike a balance between three factors: Features, …
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Don’t get caught without the right kind of business insurance
No matter how well you run your small business, there is always a chance something will go wrong. It might be an issue with a product, a service or even a typo in a contract. Even small business oversights can lead to lawsuits from customers, vendors, or investors and can rack up thousands in legal fees and hours of your time. And that’s before you consider risks to …
Is an SBA loan right for your small business?
If your small business has been turned down for a loan by a bank it may qualify for a loan backed by the Small Business Administration. The federal agency, which is set up to help small businesses create jobs, partners with lenders to share the financial risk of making loans to small businesses that don’t quite qualify for a regular bank loan. The SBA doesn’t lend money …
More 401(k) options now available for small business
Small business owners have more choices than ever when it comes to buying a 401(k) retirement savings plan. From a traditional plan with higher costs but more flexibility to newer, automated and streamlined plans sold by a handful of financial technology companies there is likely a plan to match your small business needs and pocketbook. To determine which plan type and plan …
How to choose the best payroll software for your small business
[This article was originally published in the Small Business blog at Captain401.com, a fintech company offering 401(k)s for modern employers.] As soon as your small business hires its first employee it’s time to set up a proper payroll system. In fact, it’s better to have yours in place beforehand if you know you’ll be adding workers just to make sure the process …