THERE ARE PROBABLY MORE PEOPLE with bad credit in this world than people with good credit. If you’re either type of person you may want to consider borrowing collateral to make your credit stronger or to reduce your interest cost (if you have a good credit score). With this asset now on your balance sheet, […]
Entertainment Licensing, where a seller uses the name, image, or likeness of an entertainment personality, such as an actor, singer, children’s character (Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck) for promotion purposes, is booming today. Why is this? Because: ADD TO YOUR CART NOW . . . So how can you get in on licensing entertainment personalities to […]
When you’re reaching out to banks and investors to inject money into your business venture, it’s time to make sure you have all of your key pitch assets in order. Most of these assets are built from the same basic content and are simply reworked to fit different needs and requests. Once you have the […]
Fundraising is incredibly easy. You just call a few investors, tell them how great your idea is, and they write you a check. If your idea is really good, they don’t even ask for equity. They’re just so excited to be a part of your company they can’t wait to give you money. OK, that’s […]
Here’s a real estate “trick” that might seem confusing, yet when you dig into it, you’ll realize a whole new world of opportunities — and money-making. Are you ready? When you’re looking for a good piece of investment real estate, look for and buy the worst house in the best neighborhood. Read that again. Ask […]
In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court has delivered a ruling on the Chevron doctrine, a pivotal legal precedent that has significantly influenced regulatory law since its inception in 1984. This new ruling has broad implications for various sectors, particularly for importers and exporters who operate under complex regulatory frameworks. As entrepreneurs like you navigate […]
To get a loan quickly today, you should have a business plan. Why? For a number of good reasons. ADD TO YOUR CART . . . “So,” you ask, “how do I write a business plan quickly? And without ‘pain’?” Here’s your answer — quickly and easily. The Quick and Painless Way to Write Your […]
Earning finder fees is both fun and rewarding. In this special IW$ article, we’re going to concentrate on the latter: making finder fees more rewarding. As in you making more money! So, how exactly do you earn more money with finder fees? Here are a few key elements you should consider for the “big bucks.” […]
Venture capital is available for a number of businesses that are developing products for large markets. You hear about some of these companies, many in the technology field, nearly every day. Did you know that grants may also be available for the same businesses? So which should you take: venture capital (VC) or a grant? To […]
by J.F. (Jim) Straw, author of Mustard Seeds, Shovels, & Mountains Importing as a small business has long been shrouded in the mysteries of International intrigue. While, in actuality, importing is just about as mysterious as buying from the “Sears” catalog. The fantasies surrounding the import business have been passed down generation after generation. As a […]