Should I have our small business switch to a third party green energy provider? We had a salesman for Accent Energy come to our door and he was a bit shady so I told him that I wanted to look into this on my own time. But from what I'm reading online it could be a great way to convert to a more environmentally responsible energy solution. And its Earth Day today too. Our company wants to do what we can to be "green" and we would even pay slightly more to do so, but if a switch to a third party will cost three times as much then we just cant do it. [more inside]
posted on Apr 22, 2008 - 2 answers

Small company IT administrators, how do you handle users with a wide disparity of technical ability? Users who hate computers? Who don't want to even restart before calling you? Who treat you like your a nerd from a bad teen comedy? [more inside]
posted on Apr 21, 2008 - 19 answers

I'm looking for a free or really cheap inventory management system. [more inside]
posted on Apr 11, 2008 - 2 answers

How are teabags made? [more inside]
posted on Apr 9, 2008 - 4 answers

I could really use some assistance planning a complete advertising and marketing strategy for my small business in Richmond, VA. The problem is that I don't know where to start. [more inside]
posted on Mar 20, 2008 - 5 answers

I'm trying to start a small business. Please give me tips on performing market and competition analyses. [more inside]
posted on Mar 18, 2008 - 5 answers

What is the best(are there any at all?) FREE storefront (Amazon Webstore, Shopify, WebBuilder, and bigcartel )type websites that don't use payment gateways? [more inside]
posted on Feb 18, 2008 - 4 answers

I need help setting up email addresses and DNS service for a business. [more inside]
posted on Feb 5, 2008 - 19 answers

Is there an expense reporting app that's flexible, handy, and will help me finish next year's taxes quickly and easily? I know about excel, quicken, and various financial transaction apps, but what if I drive 100 miles to a tech conference and want to note my mileage? And what if I'm out entertaining clients and I want to pop onto my iPhone to note the total bill for the evening (before I forget the next day to open excel). Are there any web-based flexible apps for doing all the expense reporting you might need for a small business' bookkeeping needs?
posted on Jan 31, 2008 - 7 answers

I'm looking for a shareable/collaborative Contact and Calendar Management program. [more inside]
posted on Jan 30, 2008 - 3 answers

Tell me some great, effective ways to market my dog training business. For example, how do I promote myself to veterinary clinics who don't know me yet? What will really help me get my name out there? [more inside]
posted on Jan 27, 2008 - 12 answers

What free or cheap software, or webapps, can I recommend to help my friend manage and build her small business, a salon? Although there is software out there specifically made for this purpose, it seems out of her price range and shares a lot in common with more general software. [more inside]
posted on Dec 13, 2007 - 8 answers

My husband has been given the opportunity to purchase a small business. He knows that the company will be sucessful. We need about $10,000 to start it up. Here is the problem: he has a great credit rating, but he is currently unemployed and we do not own a home to put up as collateral. Are there any creative financing solutions out there for him?
posted on Dec 3, 2007 - 19 answers

I am looking for a person/firm in southeastern Michigan who will do a great job preparing my personal income taxes (including small business expenses) AND file an LLC for me. [more inside]
posted on Dec 1, 2007 - 1 answers

How much money do I need to start my business? And am I foolish to think I will be able to do this?? [more inside]
posted on Nov 7, 2007 - 22 answers

What inexpensive web hosting would you recommend for my super small business? Oh, and how does the shopping cart thing work anyway? [more inside]
posted on Oct 11, 2007 - 19 answers

Is there a good document to help with determining the proper timing, method, and/or budget for installing Vista at a small business? [more inside]
posted on Aug 18, 2007 - 9 answers

Suggestions to improve 'Network' management for a small business? See for more details. [more inside]
posted on Aug 10, 2007 - 8 answers

What are some great small business blogs and podcasts? [more inside]
posted on Aug 6, 2007 - 4 answers

Help me find a insurance company that will cover my home-based ebay business. [more inside]
posted on Aug 1, 2007 - 3 answers

How much does it cost to open a guitar store? [more inside]
posted on Jul 18, 2007 - 12 answers

What is the best web host for an e-mail dependent small business? Are you using it yourself? [more inside]
posted on Jul 17, 2007 - 16 answers

Best bank for a small business? [more inside]
posted on Jun 4, 2007 - 3 answers

I am looking for a bank account for a small (professional services) business in Arizona.. [more inside]
posted on May 26, 2007 - 4 answers

Do I have to be a citizen of the US to register a small business? I want to keep everything legit and above-board and recently I have been thinking of registering a small business to represent all the online activities that make me money, like hosting a couple of people, designing and fixing wordpress blogs etc. The question is - do I have to be a US citizen to register myself as a small business. [more inside]
posted on May 13, 2007 - 15 answers

Small-business dilemma involving a company with three owners who have an agreement to split profit three ways. Owner A needs new laptop and wants to expense it to the business, as 99% of business is run/done online. Owner B thinks laptop should come out of A's share of the $ and not be counted as a business expense unless Owners A B & C all get laptops. Who should pay for the new computer? The business? Or should the cost of the laptop be subtracted from A's earnings?
posted on Apr 7, 2007 - 20 answers

I'm going to be opening a restaurant soon, and I want to provide health insurance to our employees. Will my health and pre-existing conditions be a factor in the type of insurance and rates that we can get? [more inside]
posted on Mar 1, 2007 - 4 answers

Network Security: I'm looking for recommendations for an individual or company that can come check out our network and make sure it's secure. In Sterling, VA (NoVA/DC). [more inside]
posted on Dec 27, 2006 - 9 answers

SmallBusiness Filter: I need help with how my business partners and I get paid. [more inside]
posted on Dec 20, 2006 - 3 answers

I'm looking for an inexpensive webinar service which will also provide call-in teleconferencing. Any other good small business tools which will help with sales [more inside]
posted on Dec 2, 2006 - 3 answers

Smallbusinessfilter: Insuring employees across state lines? (Related: Is there an online community devoted to these sorts of queries?) [more inside]
posted on Nov 16, 2006 - 2 answers

Is anyone selling music or content on iTunes? How did you do it? [more inside]
posted on Nov 9, 2006 - 14 answers

Need to figure out the best kind of database for a small but growing business. MS Access isn't cutting it anymore. Of course there's [more inside]
posted on Nov 5, 2006 - 32 answers

I'm thinking of starting a small business - should I do it? [more inside]
posted on Oct 26, 2006 - 23 answers

Any recommendations for a no b.s. sales lead service for a one person mortgage broker biz? [more inside]
posted on Oct 19, 2006 - 1 answers

What do you/would you expect from an internet cafe in a rural setting, on your vacation? [more inside]
posted on Oct 14, 2006 - 33 answers

Client bounces check, and threatens to sue me for defamation when I report it to an industry group. [more inside]
posted on Oct 7, 2006 - 39 answers

I'm trying to make my new web project legal in California. After reading through the Nolo press book(s), we thought that perhaps the LLC was the best corporate structure (we are going to issue stock and give the primary developer a portion in lieu of payment). While the Federal government taxes LLCs like sole proprietorships - you aren't taxed unless you make profit, and I don't see our profit outpacing our costs for a year - the State of California charges an LLC "tax" (really a fee) of $800, due almost immediately after your incorporation paperwork goes through, so... [more inside]
posted on Sep 8, 2006 - 9 answers

Number-crunchingFilter: What's the best small-business accounting software for a non-accountant? [more inside]
posted on Sep 3, 2006 - 9 answers

What books and websites should a non-business-major read to learn about the legal and practical aspects of starting a small business partnership in the US (MD, to be exact)? [more inside]
posted on Aug 27, 2006 - 7 answers

How do I convince the boss that we need to deploy an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) project. [more inside]
posted on Aug 16, 2006 - 10 answers

Help me get my small business more organized! Need small business management software recommendations, hacks. [more inside]
posted on Aug 9, 2006 - 1 answers

What are the best options for a small business in need of 401k services? [more inside]
posted on Jul 27, 2006 - 7 answers

How does corporate governance work in a small- or micro-business environment? [more inside]
posted on Jul 15, 2006 - 6 answers

Whats the process like for trademarking a new for a multi-media studio that does music videos and short films? [more inside]
posted on Jul 15, 2006 - 6 answers

How can I invest more than $4000 per year toward my retirement without annually paying taxes on the gains? [more inside]
posted on Jun 29, 2006 - 16 answers

I need help choosing corporate colors for my small business. Please help! [more inside]
posted on Jun 26, 2006 - 5 answers

I don't think my boss is paying his payroll taxes... should I be concerned? [more inside]
posted on Jun 17, 2006 - 25 answers

Health insurance targeted toward small business owners and their employees? [more inside]
posted on Jun 4, 2006 - 10 answers

What are good resources, books, etc. on how to find investors/business partners for buying a bar? [more inside]
posted on May 18, 2006 - 4 answers