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Six ways to build company value in a down economy
While the political battle rages over whose fault it is that the economy seems to be perpetually stuck in the doldrums, entrepreneurs and established businesses alike are faced with the […]
Great benefits key to building a great team
If you own a business, you understand the importance of attracting and retaining key employees. One of the most vital steps you can take to take care of those you […]
Investing in “stuff”
Despite all of the bad things happening in Greece, Spain and other parts of Europe, the world economy will grow. Eventually. Right now we’re like a six-cylinder car running on […]
This ain’t Judge Judy
A bunch of studies have analyzed the effect of television on the American public. Some of these effects can be beneficial and some of these effects can be detrimental — or […]
Dividend strategies for 2012 and beyond
A dividend investing strategy is a smart way to generate income and total return, as history has shown. Dividend-paying stocks have outperformed non-dividend payers over time; since 1990, consistent dividend […]
Self-employed?
The number of self-employed Americans has skyrocketed. Whether fully self-employed or supplementing your income, consider saving some self-employment income in a tax-deferred retirement plan. Here are four possible retirement plans […]
Seven essential financial questions: No. 7
People often think of estate planning as having a will and owning life insurance. Both of these are important items to consider, but there is much more to this topic. […]
It’s never too late for legacy planning
Something really big and rare took place on Tuesday, June 5: the transit of Venus across the sun. It was one of the rarest celestial sights visible from Earth. Only […]
The small business efficiency factor
For many small businesses owners and management, reviewing and updating their business processes is not a top priority. However, recreating or revising administrative process to be more effective and efficient […]
Seven essential financial questions: No. 6
It’s easy to put off answering this question. In our twenties, retirement seems so distant that saving for it is not a priority. In our thirties, we are caught up […]
Public or private?
There have been a couple of recent announcements by Colorado companies regarding the choice to operate as a public or private entity. Natural Grocers just completed its IPO after operating […]
Seven essential financial questions: No. 5
There is no more controversial financial planning topic than the use of debt. I recommend the reasonable use of debt for buying a home; beyond that I recommend avoiding debt […]
