Section 179 Tax Deduction
What is Section 179?For starters, the name is in reference to Section 179 of the IRS tax code. It allows small to medium-sized businesses to ...
Section 179 vs Bonus Depreciation
What are the differences between Section 179 and Bonus Depreciation? Prior readings: Section 179 Benefits, Bonus Depreciation Section 179 is an IRS tax code ...
Bonus Depreciation
Now that you know about Section 179, it’s also important to know about Bonus Depreciation. Bonus Depreciation is another incentive that allows businesses to ...
Section 179 Tax Benefits
A quick overview of Section 179 If you own a small business and use commercial equipment, you’ve likely heard of this IRS tax code ...
How Attending a Tradeshow Could Help Your Business
As someone who’s been in the business for awhile you’ve learned the ropes, and you certainly know what works for your business. ...
The Real Cost of Paying with Cash
It seems to be a common belief that paying in cash is always the least expensive option, but is that really true if we ...
Is it the Right Time to Invest in Equipment?
When it comes to investing in new equipment, many business owners only think about purchasing when their current equipment completely breaks down or they have an immediate business ...
Business Resolutions: Plans to Start 2021 Strong
If you haven’t already, it’s time to start setting resolutions for your business. So much has changed in 2020, resulting in higher anxiety for ...
3 Things Your Outdated Equipment is Costing You
It may seem like your outdated equipment is only doing you good, but the opportunity cost of not updating it could be the difference ...
Biggest Trials Businesses are Facing Today
While the 21st century has brought about an unprecedented uptick in entrepreneurship, today's business owner is facing equally unprecedented challenges. The digital age has ...
How to Protect Your Credit During an Economic Downturn
As COVID-19 continues to ravage the nation and reopening efforts have had mixed results, millions of small businesses are reeling from the subsequent ...
How to Evaluate Your Equipment
When deciding on what's best for your business, you need to evaluate the equipment that you currently have and how your fixed asset needs ...
Reopening Your Business: 5 Things You Must Have in Your Plan
In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic shutdown, the world of business in the immediate future is destined to be very different from what ...
Ways to Build a Better Team for the Future
There is little doubt that the road ahead may be a bit rocky post-COVID-19. The world has changed, and businesses of all kinds will ...
4 Things to Consider When Purchasing Used Equipment
With the recent downturn, it has become a buyer’s market for used equipment. Businesses have been selling ...
New Ways to Think About Boosting Sales
Seasonal peaks and valleys are common in business, and most business owners have developed strategies that carry them through the slower times. Spring is ...
How to Build a Pipeline During an Economic Downturn
"Timing is everything." You've heard it many times; you probably even have said it occasionally. It's one of those expressions that can lift you up when ...
6 Things You Need to Get Approved for Financing Right Now
With the banks limiting the type of lending they will provide now more than ever, ACG wants to share some information to help you ...
How to Plan for Success after the Coronavirus Pandemic Subsides
The COVID-19 pandemic is unlike anything the modern world has ever experienced, and this uncertain turmoil is bringing many businesses to a screeching halt. ...
For the Community
ACG's Response to COVID-19 At American Capital Group, we are committed to helping our community during these unprecedented times. Being able to provide ...
5 Ways Your Business Can Access More Money
5 Ways Your Business Can Access More Money Whether your business is just getting on its feet, or has been around for two decades, ...
Are You at Risk if Your Bank is Under Stress?
Are You at Risk if Your Bank is Under Stress? Are you safe in the event that your bank limits or restricts your borrowing ...
3 Common Problems That Cause Start Ups to Fail
Starting a business is very exciting, but the pressure to survive in the first two years is not for the faint of heart. Only ...
Top 3 Ways to Build Your Credit
Building and maintaining your business credit is crucial to the health of every company. Improving your credit to get better terms or larger approvals ...
FICO is Changing the Rules
If you haven't already heard, FICO is updating the way they review and score your financial behavior. It’s important for business owners ...
Section 179 & its Benefits
So, what exactly is Section 179? For starters, the name is in reference to Section 179 of the IRS tax code, which allows small to ...
How to Prepare for a Trade Show
You've decided to attend a trade show, great! Here are the top seven things to do before you go. 1. First and foremost, plan ...