HAZMAT Registration for Your Business

If you own a company that transports hazardous materials, it might be necessary to complete HAZMAT registration with the U.S. Department of Transportation.  This registration is annual and will include a fee payment.  Funds collected under this program go towards education and preparation for

Whether you have a small business that you run out of a home office or a contracting business that you run primarily out of a truck or a plumbing business where you employ 20 other plumbers and cover half the state you can make

Most people starting a plumbing business understand that they need to follow state and local regulations when working.  Sending out licensed plumbers will assure customers that all the work will be up to code and the employees will follow proper procedure.  This is a

Logging may be the most dangerous job available.  In 1997 there were 128 logging deaths for every 100,000 loggers, and 14,000 injuries per 100,000 workers.  All this equals very expensive workers’ compensation insurance.  Besides wanting to cover employees in case of accidents, a logging

Running a house painting business is a great way to make money even during a downturn in the economy; many homeowners and business owners alike are looking for ways to spruce up a building rather than sell it – or seeking to attract buyers

Many electricians dream of staring a small business, but they need to understand how to lay the groundwork and make the best use of scarce resources. If the proper foundation is not put in place the business can fail especially during tough economic times.

Savvy small business owners should be keeping a close eye on upcoming changes. Here to help keep you prepared and informed are the Top Trends to watch for 2009. 1.      Tighter Credit Lines. Even if you have great credit and make all your payments

Big Changes Coming in 2009 As the last few months of 2008 wind down, savvy business owners should begin preparing for big changes coming in 2009. Not only will the nation see a new President take office but corporations and business owners of all

Taxing Small Business Owners Above $250,000 If Democrats have their way Obama’s small business tax plan will go into effect whether he wins the Presidential nomination or not; what Joe the Plumber has come to know is likely to impact every small to mid-sized

Many small business owners really aren’t sure whether or not their workers are employees or contractors. In fact, some contractors would be surprised to learn they actually are considered employees by government standards; unfortunately, even the most well intentioned small business owners could be