When you mention the word “technology,” most people think of computers. Virtually every facet of our lives has some computerized component. The appliances in our homes have built-in microprocessors, just like our televisions. Even our cars have a computer. However, the computer everyone thinks of the personal computer or PC first. It is a general…
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Brand your business with stationery: personalized paper buckets and other promotional paper products
Stationery products such as stationery cubes and more have long been favorites of business owners when it comes to promotional products. Products like personalized notepads are not only inexpensive, but they are also compact and lightweight. This makes them ideal for printing with a business logo and appropriate for handing out in a variety of…
The Calcutta auction: not another bunch of March madness
If you’re a serious sports fan, fairly serious gamer, or work in some aspect of high finance, you may have heard your friends or co-workers kicking around the term “Calcutta auction,” especially if you’re around ” March madness”. time (I first came across the Calcutta auction during my years as an electronic banking analyst). What…
10 Things New Entrepreneurs Should Know
Starting a business can be expensive and complex depending on the type of business you start. A strategic business plan helps you address questions like what my capital resources are, how will my product or service get to market, or how will I manage my day-to-day operations. These are very important issues for any start-up…
A review of "Barry and ‘the boys’"
The book that is the subject of this review is Daniel Hopsicker’s Barry and “The Boys:” The CIA, the Mob, and America’s Secret History. Hopsicker originally published it in 2001 and updated it in 2006, adding more information in an Introduction and linking this book to his more recent work. The subtitle of the book…
Business Tax Strategies: What Works and What Doesn’t
It’s mid-December and it’s time for Solopreneurs and all freelancers to think about how much money we’ll give to the tax collector this year. Tax planning is often a priority as the year winds down, but keep in mind that obsessing over taxes isn’t always helpful. New York City small business tax specialist and CPA…
Get out of debt for less with interest rate arbitrage
The average American family has 10 credit cards and over $15,000 in credit card debt. Nearly half of these households struggle to make minimum monthly payments, and some use plastic to cover daily living expenses like groceries, gas, and their morning latte. Late fees and over-limit fees are increasing, and more and more households miss…
Corporate Insider Secrets: Or Why Should I Incorporate?
“Why should I join? I can do this business as a sole proprietor, right?” -“Isn’t it complicated and expensive to form a corporation?” -“I run my business with my spouse, and we have a partnership. Why do we need to have a corporation?” These have to be the most frequently asked questions that I, and…
What Maintenance is Required for a DPF Cleaning Machine?
DPF Cleaning Machine Diesel particulate filters (DPFs) are a key component of modern diesel engines that remove soot and ash from exhaust gases. A clean DPF decreases the amount of fuel needed to run a truck, which in turn means less fuel consumption and lower emissions levels. But over time, DPFs clog up with soot…
Companies limited by shares in Cyprus
In this article I will inform you about the modification of Law 144 (I)/2015, which introduced the company limited by shares. The new legislation came into force in 2015. As a result of this particular legislation, Cyprus is now in line with other EU member states, including the UK, Poland and Luxembourg. Furthermore, the introduction…