Virtual Entrepreneur

Entrepreneurscom: Every society needs entrepreneurs so as to help keep their economy rolling. Whenever there are newbies in the field, it indicates probable good economic competition. New players usually bring innovation and new ideas to the table. However, no matter how plausible their strategic and... More

DO’S 1. Learn basic accounting before you go into business. Go to school if necessary. 2. Consult and retain an accountant familiar with your industry before you start. 3. Determine what accounting software program works best for your business. 4. In the beginning, do your own bookkeeping... More

Open Forum: These are difficult times and every small business (and large ones) needs to find ways to save money and time without delivering less value to their customers. Service to customers must be maintained, and product or service value is the key to continued business. So what can you do? 1.... More

Jamaica Observer: Following the sudden passing of pop superstar Michael Jackson, many people around the world are reminiscing about his music and mystique. However, as a financial advisor, I can’t help but focus my attention on Michael Jackson’s finances. As the stories about his financial... More

The New York Times: Seeking to ease the credit freeze for small businesses, the Obama administration will inject $15 billion into the industry, buying up securities that are linked to small-business loans. In announcing the latest cylinder of his government’s economic recovery effort, President Obama... More

La Voz Nueva: If you don’t have a Social Security number but still owe Uncle Sam a tax return, Tri Tax Income Tax Service will prepare a W-7 form for you at no charge. That’s right — free! “For many hardworking people without a Social Security number, the process of obtaining... More

What Works For Business: 1. Get the right software. Don’t even think about keeping your books manually or with spreadsheets. Low-cost, easy-to-use financial software for small business such as QuickBooks, or the free version QuickBooks Simple Start (both at www.intuit.com) are perfect for keeping... More

Forbes.com: In trying times, we tend to look to grizzled veterans for wisdom, perspective and, above all, hope. But few things fortify an entrepreneurial spirit more than preternatural success. We found six whiz kids–four from the U.S. and two from the U.K.–who managed to build million-dollar... More

Washington Post: As the biggest-ever high school graduating class gets ready to head off to college in the midst of an economic slump, the scramble for tuition — not to mention room and board, books, and airfare home — is on. Private scholarships account for 7% of all grants awarded, and... More

New York Times: Your home is probably your largest and most important investment — not to mention that it’s also the roof over your head. Here’s how to make sure you get the right coverage. While plans may vary from insurer to insurer, a standard homeowner’s policy generally has four components. *... More