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Four Business Credit Questions to Ask

With these common credit questions, half the battle is knowing who to ask: vendors, credit card providers, the small business account manager at your bank, your accountant, or others.


How Burger King Cooked Up a Franchise Rebellion

 Fast food chains, desperate to boost profits, are dipping into franchisee pockets.

Working Mothers Would Prefer Part-Time Work

 But if you have to work full-time, these strategies can help you organize the domestic tasks that demand the rest of your time.

How to Apply for an SBA Loan

 When are you eligible for an SBA loan and what documents will you need to supply?

Write a Winning Business Plan

 A sound business plan can mean the difference between a company that prospers and one that flounders.

Business Forms & Agreements

Acquisition Letter of Intent

 This is a letter of intent for acquisition of a business, structured either as a stock or asset deal. It also includes a no-shop provision.

Agreement for Professional Services

 This form is to be used when the company will be providing professional services. It is drafted in favor of the company providing the services. The specific services are to be added as Section 1.1. Ensure that these services are clearly and narrowly drafted to avoid arguments later on. The compensation ...

Partnership Agreement

 This is a sample form of general partnership agreement. Partnerships are often used for small businesses.

Independent Contractor Agreement

 This form can be used when a company wishes to have an independent contractor perform specific services for an agreed upon compensation. It contemplates that all intellectual property developed by the consultant will be deemed owned by the company.

Employee Handbook

 This sample Employee Handbook covers more than 30 employment policies, including those dealing with work days, harassment, jury duty, paid time off, email, drugs in the workplace, discrimination, at will employment, dress code, intellectual property, expense reimbursement and more. Our template is ...