Starting a business is a pursuit that appeals to many, but not everyone knows where to start. This guide will walk you through the elements of starting a business and explain what you can expect as you embark on the journey.
All these questions may have perfectly reasonable answers, but sorting through them will help you understand what’s going on, and give you confidence that you know what you’re talking about when it comes to income statements. You do. Revenue minus expenses equals the bottom line. Everything...
Renting a Chinese apartment is likely to be a process far different than anything you have experienced before, so my hope here is to provide some insider tips and resources to help you along the way. Whether you need help searching for a flat in China, knowing what to look for, or even...
"If you are retiring or changing jobs, you can roll over your 401(k) to an IRA or, if allowed by the new employer, to a 401(k) with the new employer, without paying tax," said Mark Luscombe, a Chicago-based principal federal tax analyst at Wolters Kluwer, in an email. Sponsored ...
High-interest credit card debt, personal and payday loans, title loans and rent-to-own payments all carry interest rates so high that you end up repaying two or three times what you borrowed. Investigate options for debt relief, which can include bankruptcy or debt management plans, if ...
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How can I open a bank account in China? Whether you do business in China or you’re moving to China as a foreigner with a residence permit, opening a bank account in China has many benefits. This article has been expanded and updated to include the experiences of other foreigners, so ma...
Ask a family member or friend to whom you pay rent to write a letter of reference. Explain that the letter should include the address where you rent in addition to stating the amount of the rent you pay, how long you’ve been renting and whether you always pay on time. Get the letter...
At the heart of any successful new business, is steady cash flow, which is essential for purchasing inventory, paying rent, maintaining equipment, and promoting the business. The key to staying in the black is rigorous, regular cash flow management. And since most new businesses don’t make ...
Finally, it is less expensive for a contractor to hire the services of a subcontracting firm or freelancer than it is to hire an employee since the primary contractor is not responsible for paying workers’ compensation benefits, vehicle andcommercial general liability insurance, health insurance, fu...