Julia Kagan is a financial/consumer journalist and former senior editor, personal finance, of Investopedia. Amy Soricelli has over 40 years working with job candidates and has honed the art of the job ...

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You may wonder if you need a certified public accountant (CPA), especially if you’re running a business or have complex finances. While not all accountants are CPAs, a CPA is an accountant who has ...

It doesn’t happen very often, but it can be devastating to a small business when it does. Tax examinations, penalties, ruined credit and bankruptcy are the possible results when a business owner hires ...

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Laura is a freelance writer specializing in small business, ecommerce and lifestyle content. As a small business owner, she is passionate about supporting other entrepreneurs and sharing information ...