Owner know-how: Should I invest through my corporation or on my own?
Many business owners who are passionate about what they do often have trouble separating themselves from their company. But as tax time approaches, some Canadian small business owners and professionals…
A guide to cybercrime prevention for small business
Protecting your business from fraud is always a priority, but now is an especially important time to revisit your cybersecurity precautions. For many small businesses, online activity is up due…
BC Small Business Holiday Gift Guide
T’is the season for spreading festive cheer to those we love–and at Coast Capital, there’s no one we love more than our members. To help get the word out about…
Should You Rent, Own or Lease Your Business Headquarters?
Should you own or lease your commercial business space? As a small business owner, you’ve become a pro at problem-solving: from managing your cash flow to hiring the right staff to finding financing.…
Sole proprietor vs partnership vs incorporate: which is best for your business?
Sole proprietor, partnership, or corporation? Ways to structure your small business There’s nothing quite like being your own boss. Understandably, when you’re launching your business, the structure you choose may not…
Is your business ready for the surge in online shopping?
The pandemic has prompted an online shopping boom. Global retail e-commerce traffic reached a record 22 billion monthly visits in June of 2020, according to the data site Statista, with demand for…
Need money fast for your business? Here’s how to get it
4 ways to fix your business cash flow problems At any moment your business could need fast access to working capital, especially in uncertain times. A survey from the Canadian Federation of…
It’s not all doom and gloom: How certain businesses are thriving during COVID-19
Small business secrets to thriving during a pandemic The Canadian economy may have declined due to COVID-19, but some companies are staying positive. In fact, 77% of Canadian small business…
6 ways to improve cash flow
A hard truth of being a business owner is: sometimes times are tight. And when the economy is less than stable like it is now, times can be especially tough–but…
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Ultimate Guide | How to manage your business’s cash flow.
As a small business owner, you’re managing cash coming in and out of your business everyday. From the smallest transaction to your monthly storefront rent payment, you need to have…
Let’s give credit to small business
Do you give credit the credit it deserves? If you’re planning to start your own business, or even grow your existing one, credit can be instrumental to your success. And…
5 Quick Tips for RRSP Season
For most people, a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) is that thing you’re putting money into to save for retirement. And you’re right, it is. But beyond that, many people’s…
