Estate planning is not just for the wealthy. It’s not only for millionaires or those with mansions. It is for every person who owns anything they wish to pass on to someone or an organization after their death. And, if you’re an entrepreneur, it’s likely you will be bequeathing countless items to others beyond your clothing and furniture. You might pass on a vehicle, a home, life insurance and even the inventory of your business. Read more...

If your professional responsibilities include ensuring the small business you own or run maintains an active social media profile, you are keenly aware of the time, energy and planning it takes to make the process hum. And, according to the Marketing Rule of 7, a prospective client or customer needs to “hear” your message at least seven times before they will convert a look into a purchase. Read more...

When an entrepreneur is searching for a small business bank, some important considerations exist. First and foremost, they should be certain the bank they choose “understands the business owner’s business,” says Michael Dinich, Advisor and Founder of Your Money Geek, a consultancy for small business owners and retirees about saving money in taxes, insurance costs and retirement costs. Read more...