As a business owner, you may, unfortunately, encounter situations where you have to issue refunds to clients. It could be because of a mistake on your end or because of a cancellation of a service or event. Regardless of the...

Do you know the difference between the terms “Deposits” and “Retainers”? Did you know one is usually refundable and one usually isn't? Let’s discuss the differences between “Deposits”, “Retainers”, and/or “Reservation Fees/Booking Fees”, whether using a certain term allows for...

The wedding and event industry continues to grow year after year as more clients than ever create their dream wedding or event. To help fulfill this want, many event planners have started offering all-inclusive packaging for clients who want to...

A common question popping up right now relates to dealing with 1099 forms. Do you need to only acquire a 1099-K form provided by PayPal or a similar third party payment processor, or should your client also send your business...

Brand new contract in hand and you’re feeling empowered and confident in protecting your business. But how do you actually send that contract to your clients? What's the best way and most secure way for them to sign? The great...

There are many things that go into the makings of a small business like licenses, permits, or inspections. If you are starting a business that serves alcohol, you will need to take even more steps before actually serving the public....