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10 Questions to ask when contemplating opening a Small Business

Maybe you woke up this morning thinking, I’d like to start a business of my own.  Or maybe you have always dreamed about having a small business and want to put those dreams into action.  

It might be helpful to start by asking the right questions so that you at least have a direction to go in.  Many courageous entrepreneurs have found these 10 questions helpful.

1. Should my business be a separate entity ?

2. What is an entity ?  Which one is the correct choice for me ?

3. Can I do business anywhere in the country ?

4. What about taxes for a business ?

5. How do I pay myself ?

6. How is Gross Profit Margin different than Net Profit Margin ?

7. How can I improve my cash flow ?

8. What are some of the ways I can market my business ?

9. What is a good way to handle the accounting needs for my business ?

10. When will I know it is time to hire help ?

Read more    We found a good article by Justin Wiguna to explain why these questions matter on Pilot.

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