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What is a Cost-Plus Pricing Strategy?

Fri, 24 Feb 2012 07:01:04 -0500

Cost-plus pricing is a simple and easily controllable pricing strategy that can be used to boost profits in almost any business. Cost-Plus Pricing Determine the expense associated with producing a product and add an additional amount to that number to generate profit. Cost-plus pricing is relatively simple, as it only requires the unit cost and desired profit margin for calculation. Unit cost consists of all fixed and variable costs associated with making a product and bringing it to market –inc

The scoop on Cost Per Acquisition (CPA)

Fri, 24 Feb 2012 07:01:04 -0500

Get what you pay for. Pay Per Click is great at measuring how attractive an ad is, but it does not tell you anything about profitability. Cost Per Acquisition (CPA) however measures end goals like the number of sales or registrations you made from a particular ad or promotion. We have all been asked “where did you hear about us?” when filling out a form to make a purchase or signup for something. Coupons from your local newspaper are likely to say, “present this ad and receive X discount.” Good

Planning for Retirement as a Small Business Owner

Fri, 24 Feb 2012 07:01:04 -0500

Once you’ve left the comfort of employee-sponsored retirement plans, your retirement savings can go by the wayside. Here are some easy DIY retirement options for small business owners. Without an employer guiding you to the appropriate retirement savings account, it can be difficult to navigate the world of retirement once you’re a business owner. Fewer and fewer people are starting their own retirement funds and contributing to them, and this incidence is even greater among small business owner

Set up a 401(k) for your company

Fri, 24 Feb 2012 07:01:04 -0500

You might think that setting up a 401(k) for small business is too difficult to even consider. You couldn't be more wrong. As a small business owner, you want the best for your employees. This includes an attractive compensation package. Offering a 401(k) program for your employees isn’t just a matter of humanitarianism. It’s an essential part of keeping your best and brightest from defecting to larger companies. Setting up a 401(k) program for your employees is probably far easier than you thi

Understanding the 'Amazon Tax'

Fri, 24 Feb 2012 07:01:04 -0500

California recently passed AB153, commonly known as the 'Amazon Tax.' The bill stipulates that sales tax is to be collected on online purchases from businesses that have any operations based in the state. Several other states have similar laws, and even more are considering drafting legislation to raise tax revenue. Despite the media monicker, the tax has potential to affect more than just large corporations like Amazon. Constitutionality The main area of contention in the bill concerns int

DIY vs Outsource: Business Taxes

Fri, 24 Feb 2012 07:01:04 -0500

Starting out, many business owners do everything or next to everything in their businesses. When it comes to taxes, however, you might be wondering if you should attempt to do it yourself or outsource the task. There are advantages and disadvantages to each. With accounting software and online tax help, it can seem like a great idea to do your own business taxes . . . but are you sure it’s the best way? When it comes down to DIY or outsourcing your business taxes, it can be difficult to decide w

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