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Protecting your intellectual property
Anything you create or build has the potential to be copied by someone else, and depending on how mission critical the idea is, you may want to protect it legally.
Keeping employees productive while working at home
With many businesses increasingly having employees choose to work from home, a remote workforce may become the new normal. There are several things you can do to make it easier,
Develop a pricing strategy
The prices you charge for your products or services can have a dramatic effect on sales and profits. Your pricing strategy also determines how customers view and respond to your
What to put in a confidentiality agreement when selling your business
When you decide to sell your business, you’ll need to provide enough information for a potential buyer to make a decision, without too much sensitive information about sales, profit, customers,
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Building Financial Resilience: A Small Business Guide
Small businesses are built on passion, grit, and a little bit of luck. But long-term success isn’t just about a great idea—it’s about having a solid financial foundation. This Small
Cyber Hygiene 101: Best Practices for Small Businesses
In a world where cyberattacks make headlines almost daily, it’s easy for small business owners to feel overwhelmed. But here’s the truth: most breaches don’t happen because hackers are clever
Business Banking Upgrade
We’re thrilled with the transition to an all-new Online Banking platform. On April 17, 2019, we significantly upgraded both the Vantage West mobile app and online banking system based on
7 Business CD Insights for Purposeful Investing
Running a small business can sometimes feel like riding a rollercoaster. With all its twists and turns, navigating the wild ride of an ever-changing financial landscape requires owners to make
Why We Love Social Media : 5 Tips To Socialize Your Content
Managing the social media accounts for your business can feel like a full-time job, and most small business owners are already juggling a full schedule. We sat down with Kristin