Attention small business owners: Do you have an urgent need to fill your inventory? Purchase equipment? Pump up your marketing campaign? Hire another employee? You’re in funding luck these days, thanks to the many websites that cater to small business loans online. With the decline in smaller community banks, it’s harder than ever for you as a small business owner to obtain the financing you need to keep your business up and running — and successful! We’ve done the research to provide our small business loan company recommendations along with some of the information you’ll need to get started…

What would your business be without a website? That’s where it all begins, and we’ve got plenty of information for you on how to get started. We have a handy DIY guide that takes you through a step-by-step process where you learn everything you need to know about launching a website — including securing your domain name and hosting provider, SEO, ways to make money from your site and much, much more. For the nerds out there who like to get their hands dirty, we’ve got a web development series with all the juicy technical details. We also cover CMS (content management systems) in detail, easy-to-use website builders, CDNs (content delivery networks; to make your site faster), security solutions, and more…

Are you trying to keep your small business afloat but can’t get a bank loan?  You’re certainly not alone — funding is one of the most stressful parts of owning and building your own business. But you don’t have to give up hope. Online small business loans can be a viable option if you’ve come up dry with other funding sources. LendingClub loans are a popular choice for tons of small businesses. But how suitable are they to your business? Our comprehensive review digs deep to help you find out…

Do you own a small business but can’t qualify for a bank loan? Or perhaps you need some quick cash and can’t wait for the traditionally lengthy approval process. Don’t worry — there are alternatives! Websites, like OnDeck Capital, specialize in small business loans. These sites have less strict requirements to qualify and a speedy process. So you can get the funding you need, when you need it. How does OnDeck stack up to the competition?…

Starting a limited liability company (LLC) is an exciting but nerve-wracking adventure. One of the most important items you’ll need to address is finalizing the legality of your new venture. Navigating the necessary documents and other confusing requirements can be a chore, but which is why it’s nice to be in the 21st century where the whole process can be done online…

Do you have invention ideas and think one might be the next hot breakthrough product? Of course, you want to protect your idea, develop it, and one day sell your invention. But where do you start? There are a ton of services at your fingertips, but as a burgeoning inventor, beware —invention and patent companies are extremely varied in what they offer you. It’s a confusing industry for sure, and there are a ton of blurred lines about what each company offers and delivers. That’s where we come in to help…

Do you own a small business but don’t have the financial means to defend yourself in the event you get sued? What if a customer gets injured tripping over a box in your boutique? Or if you spill coffee and destroy a client’s laptop? Claims can run into the thousands or tens of thousands of dollars, and most small businesses don’t have that kind of money set aside. A lot of the big insurance names, like Nationwide and Travelers, offer business insurance to companies of all sizes. But there’s a lesser-known insurance company, Hiscox Insurance, that specializes in small business insurance, particularly those in knowledge-based professions like consulting, IT and marketing. Read our Hiscox Insurance review to see if they’re a good fit for your business…

Tired of shuffling paperwork and waiting for snail mail to get the signatures you need on important business documents? DocuSign is an industry-leading digital signature service that gives you the tools to send, sign and share documents online, anytime, and from any device. It’s fast, secure, and legally binding. But how does it work and is it the best electronic signature service on the market? Our review dives in to find out…

Do you need a map on your website so your customers can find your store locations? Or do you run a travel or real estate site and want snazzy, interactive maps for an enticing customer experience? Don’t be lost in options, read on to find your way to the best map plugin…

Managing a small business is no easy feat — especially if you have limited support staff and resources at your disposal. But our experts can help you navigate those ongoing challenges. After extensive research, we’ve uncovered some of the best time-efficient and affordable ways to meet all of your management responsibilities. These solutions include everything from the hiring process to legal needs to project and team management and much more…