SMALL BUSINESS ADVICE
Not ready to retire? This might be another option
The word “retirement” conjures up many images. While most baby boomers might be dreaming of more time on the golf course or booking a cruise, you might be thinking about …
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Small business insurance – do you need it?
Several years ago, Steve and Brian started a small web-design business, GotyaOnline. Steve was responsible for growing and supporting their client base, while Brian designed and built the websites. Expanding …
What you can claim when working from home
Setting up a home office? Here’s how to create a comfortable workspace, while offsetting the extra costs of working remotely. If you’re among those who have decided to say ‘so …
The value of financial advice when tragedy strikes – a personal story
The story below was written by one of our long-time clients Kelly Exeter who lost her husband Anthony (Ant) in a freak accident two years ago. It is rare but …
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5 tips for starting a successful business
There are many reasons to start your own business. Taking a great idea and making it into reality. Greater control over how your hours are spent. Knowing that there is …
Key person insurance – do you need it?
Owners of very small businesses, also known as micro-businesses, frequently fail to allow for the risks they face. The main reason most business owners give for this oversight is they …
New Year resolutions for small businesses
As New Year resolution time rolls around spare a thought for your business. Every business can benefit from some resolutions of its own. Here are a few ideas that any …
The unique needs of small business owners
The main reason people go into business for themselves is quite simple – to have more control. For others, wealth creation is the main focus, although small business also brings …
Best practice online security
In order to ensure best practice security standards to protect the online communications between the financial institution and you about your personal information, both parties have important and significant roles …
Securing your network
Many small businesses don’t have dedicated technology staff to install, configure and update their networks and the job is often left to somebody who may not have had formal training. …
How well protected is your business?
If you’re like many business owners you have already insured the physical assets of your business from theft, fire and damage. But have you considered the importance of insuring yourself …
Purchasing a business – do you know what you are buying?
This week we were asked by a client to have a look at a business for sale that he’d found out about from a long term friend. On the surface, …
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