
Obtaining Bank Financing to Grow Your Business
As your business grows, you may find that you need to borrow money to finance growth, replace aging equipment, hiring …

Client Spotlight: Sprelly
Adrian and Casey Silversmith recently opened their brand new headquarters on Princess Anne St for Sprelly, their gourmet PB&J business. …

Three HR Basics for Small Business Owners
One of the most exciting aspects of running a small business is hiring employees, assembling a team, and creating a …

Obtaining Bank Financing for Your Start-Up Business
One of the biggest challenges facing owners of new businesses is finding the funding they need to launch their business. …

Ready to start a small business? A list of things to consider
Do you think you are ready to start your own small business? Starting a small business is one of the most …

Does my business need an employee handbook?
Small business owners have several things to consider when hiring employees. There are multiple forms, tax obligations, and insurances that …

How can the 80/20 Rule help grow my business?
20% of companies’ products represent 80% of their sales. 80% of pollution originates from 20% of all factories. 20% of …

Do you have what it takes to own/manage a small business?
Owning a small business is not for everyone. Before starting a business, people should ask themselves if being a business owner is …

First Steps to Starting a Business in Virginia
Starting a small business is a large undertaking. There is a lot of different information available, and the chance of misinformation is high. Many …

3 Common Cash Flow Mistakes that Small Businesses Make
Cash flow problems are among the main reasons why small businesses close their doors. According to a study by the U.S. Bank, as many as 82 percent of …

Projecting Cash Flows is Essential to Business Success
In order to be successful, it is essential that a small business owner take the time to understand how cash …

Successful Entrepreneurs Solve a Problem for their Customer
One of the most common questions that our consultants hear is “What type of business should I open?” Many aspiring entrepreneurs have dreams about forming …