Business Basics

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Professional negligence is when an industry professional doesn't properly fulfill their duties, leading to damage or harm. Learn how to avoid lawsuits.

A cyber insurance risk assessment finds the systems and assets most at risk of cyberattack. Learn about cyber insurance and how risk assessments work.

You don't need a ton of cash to launch a business. Opportunities abound to become a business owner with less than $500. See business ideas and pro tips.

A key component of an insurance policy is restitution for those who have a claim against you. Here’s how indemnity insurance provides that.

Healthy business debt is often necessary for growth. Learn how to distinguish good and bad business debt and determine a healthy debt amount to carry.

Trying to decide between making a product fast, good or cheap can be difficult. Here's how to accomplish all three.

Nondisclosure agreements (NDAs) help businesses to protect critical confidential information. Learn how NDAs work, what to consider and what to include.

Insurance endorsements are a way to broaden or narrow coverage on an existing insurance policy. Here's how insurance endorsements work for your business.

Here’s everything you need to know about results-only work environments, and whether it’s right for your business.

Whether you are making a toy or a rocket, a BOM helps you accurately manage and oversee resources and identify materials to reduce wasteful spending.

If a third party gets hurt at your workplace, they can sue you. Here's how to protect your company.

Employment practices liability insurance protects your business from past or current employee lawsuits. Here’s how EPLI works.

Should you buy or lease the company car? Here are the pros and cons of each to help you weigh which is best for your needs.

A workers' compensation settlement covers several costs incurred when an employee is injured. Learn about the workers' compensation settlement process.

Business owners should ensure their employees understand the workers' compensation claims process. Learn what's entailed and how the claims process works.

Learn about the methods of calculating and tracking inventory that are used in retail accounting.

The manufacturing industry is changing as next-generation VR and AR become readily available.

If you have a background in marketing and communications, an advertising agency could be a smart startup option. Here's what you need to know.

A subscription site is easy to start and can offer big rewards. Follow these steps to build a loyal member base.

While expenses to begin an online business vary, here are some common costs you can expect to see with your new venture.

Make sure to take all the deductions possible for your business insurance expenses. Here is how to stop paying too much in taxes.

Female entrepreneurs own 42 percent of American firms. Check out this list of women-led companies and some great resources for small business owners.

America lags behind other countries in return-to-office rates. Instead, employees are still working from home. See the data.

Learn more about some key steps you must take in order to start a successful cannabis brand.

Silicon Valley is home to some of the most powerful investors in the nation. Check out this list of some of the most well-known investors in the Valley.

Although removing a majority shareholder can be difficult, it is possible. Here are the steps to make the process a smooth one.

Consumers value honesty, fairness, quality and service. Build buying confidence by showing your customers how trustworthy your brand is.

Workers thrive in cultures that encourage support, personal growth and open communication. Here are some tips to achieve that culture.

Find the right IT partner and your SMB can take advantage of all current and future business technology, improving service, profit and productivity.