http://businessknowledgesource.com/finance/ Finance and business information to help build your bottom line. en-us 2010-02-08T13:00:00-06:00 http://businessknowledgesource.com/finance/improve_your_business_credit_profile_030354.html The current economy has reminded lenders to be weary about extending credit to every applicant. Business owners have found that their personal credit scores play a large role in their ability to obtain credit for their business along with their... Business Credit DF 2010-02-08T13:00:00-06:00 http://businessknowledgesource.com/finance/getting_the_right_funding_for_your_business_030353.html When starting a business you are going to need some type of funding, the problem is what kind of funding is right for your business. Your business does not have a credit history so it can be rather difficult getting... 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Other costs prevent small businesses from even getting started. Business owners can find a way to control their business costs to keep their... Costs DF 2010-01-28T13:50:00-06:00 http://businessknowledgesource.com/finance/controlling_business_finances_030342.html If you struggle to control your business finances, this article will provide you with some easy tips to help you organize them in an effective and efficient manner: Tip # 1 - Don't pile the bills... Finance DF 2010-01-27T13:40:00-06:00 http://businessknowledgesource.com/finance/choosing_accounting_software_for_your_business_030341.html Accounting software provides businesses with the ability to control their cash flow, receivables, and payables all with the click of a button. There are several types of accounting software programs to choose from, so it is important to understand your... Software DF 2010-01-26T13:40:00-06:00 http://businessknowledgesource.com/finance/business_finance_tips_for_starting_a_business_030340.html Obtaining financing for a start up business is a completely new subject for business owners. Most people who are just starting out in a business have no idea about the finance side of business. When they hear about obtaining financing,... Finance DF 2010-01-25T13:35:00-06:00