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How to Price Your Product: A Step-by-Step Calculation
Whether you’re setting prices for the first time or determining a price for a new offering, here are some best practices for pricing your product.
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Nonprofit vs. Not-for-Profit vs. For-Profit: What's the Difference?
Nonprofit, not-for-profit, and for-profit organizational structures have different implications for your taxes, corporate governance, and business activities.
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B2B vs. B2C: What's the Difference?
B2B and B2C companies sell their products and services to different target markets, which requires different marketing and sales approaches.
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How Online Businesses Can Create a ‘Local’ Reputation
The definition of a local business is broad and inclusive — here’s how your online business can fit the bill.
What a “Local” Business Is And How To Market Yourself As One
The definition of a local business is nebulous, but customers intuitively know the difference between a Main Street merchant and a big box retailer.
State of American Business: All Business Is Local
At the U.S. Chamber of Commerce's 2025 State of American Business event, business leaders explored small business trends and the economic importance of local businesses.
Accounting Terms Every Small Business Owner Needs To Know
Learn common financial terms and definitions to navigate small business accounting forecasts and statements like a pro.
Cash on Delivery: What Is COD?
Cash on delivery (COD) is a method of collecting payment from customers when their orders arrive. Here's what it is and how it works.
Doing Business As: What It Means to Register a DBA
Registering a DBA can give your company a unique identity separate from your personal name and help you enter a new market when the time is right.
Does Your Small Business Need Cyber Insurance?
Cyberthreats are becoming more common for small businesses. Here are some factors to consider when evaluating if you need cyber insurance and what type to get.
How to Start an LLC
Structuring your business as a limited liability company (LLC) is one of the simpler structures, and it comes with several benefits.
What Is a Limited Partnership?
Similar to general partnerships, limited partnerships involve two or more people going into business together, but with both general and limited investors.