The economy, life changes, and unforeseen obstacles can sometimes cause your business to slow, or even prematurely close. However, there may come a time when you want to reopen your closed business or restart with some changes. Restarting your business can be just as exciting (and hopefully a little less stressful, since you have some experience) as when you originally opened the doors. Learn from Your Experience Understand why your original business closed. There is no reason to restart a business, if you are unprepared for the same...

After selling your last piece of merchandise, closing your doors for the last time, and paying off all your debts you may think the process of closing your business is done. However, it is extremely important to officially dissolve your business with your state and local government to avoid some severe consequences. Plan Your Exit Are you planning on closing your business for a temporary period of time or long-term/forever? Temporary period. If you are suspending your business for a temporary period of time due to a life change, health...

Everyday we get questions in the community about starting a specific type of business. In response to the most popular inquires, w;ve written articles that give steps and tips on starting and operating these of business. We cover everything from trendy new ventures like cupcakeries and dog treat businesses to-old faithful- like travel or consignment businesses. Below w've compiled a list of our best'how t' guides to starting a business in many popular industries. Food and Restaurant The food and restaurant industries account for a large...

Deciding how to register your business can be a daunting task if you do not know all the ins and outs of the different ways you can structure your business. Differences in taxing, liability and administrative fees all have to be balanced when you choose a business structure. For this reason, w;ve created this-ultimate guid- as a go-to resource to help you pick the best business structure. Since the Community launched early last year, members have posted countless questions and concerns about how to properly start and run a business. One topic...