Small Business Funding for Women Entrepreneurs: 5 FAQs
By: Cara Treybal
Explore small business funding for women entrepreneurs with these five FAQs. Get insights on securing the capital needed to start and grow your business.
Give Your Credit Some Love With the Avalanche Method
Eliminating debt is one of the best ways you can improve your credit score. If you are feeling smothered by debt, there are simple strategies that can help you dig your way out, such as the avalanche method.
How To Become Certified as a Woman-Owned Small Business: 5 FAQs
By: Lisa Maas
Getting your company certified as a woman-owned small business can help increase your opportunities and resources for business growth. Learn how to get started today.
In 1789, Benjamin Franklin famously said, “Nothing is certain but death and taxes.” Not to be outdone, Albert Einstein shared this observation on taxes: The hardest thing to understand in the world is the income tax.” Sadly, those sentiments will likely always ring true. With a new year upon us, it' time to start preparing to file your income taxes.
Make a Commitment to Stronger Finances This Valentine's Day
Valentine's Day is one of the first things many people think about in February as they prepare to celebrate the ones they love and the relationship commitments they'e made. This February, we encourage consumers to consider also making a commitment to stronger finances.
One key ingredient to saving more money is to eliminate debt. To help consumers cut down on debt in the new year, here are 7 tips on how to pay down debt faster.
5 Financial New Year's Resolutions & How To Fulfill Them
The beginning of the year is the prime time to focus on what's going on with your money. Here are five financial resolutions to set, along with tips on how to keep them.
Tiffany Potter became the first small business owner in her family when she bought the long-standing Fringes Salon. Learn how Northwest Bank helped with a flawless transition.
Why you should keep your personal and small business bank accounts separate
By: Zak Clark
It's important for small business owners to keep their personal and small business bank accounts separate. Learn the five advantages of opening a business bank account.
What You Need to Know About Business Insurance Coverage
By: Joe Conover
Business insurance coverage is vital to protecting your business assets, property and employees. Learn what types of business insurance there are and how to purchase the coverage you need.
Writing a business plan puts you in the driver's seat to guide the direction and success of your small business. There are a number of free resources available to help business owners write a business plan.
A Collaborative Financial Approach is Key for Women Business Owners
By: Jill Thielen
As a woman business owner, you are the brains behind the brand. You may even be creating the products or providing the services yourself, leaving the behind-the-scenes financial work to be taken care of by others. What you may not realize, however, is that it's ideal for a business owner to have a good understanding of their finances and not just depend on their bookkeeper, controller or CPA.