(StatePoint) For many small business owners, contractors, and freelancers, owning a business is a rewarding step toward independence that offers flexibility, control, and opportunity to build towards their dreams. However, their business finances and personal finances can sometimes become closely connected.

(StatePoint) For businesses, even minutes of internet connectivity downtime can carry a steep price, with losses averaging more than $100,000 per hour across industries, according to the International Data Corporation.

(StatePoint) For many business owners, succession planning is often pushed aside by day-to-day demands. But having a clear plan for what happens to your business once you’re ready to step back is one of the most important ways to protect what you’ve built.

(StatePoint) If you’re an entrepreneur, you may be feeling the pinch. New data from Xero suggests increased cash flow pressure for small businesses in 2026.

(StatePoint) For successful business owners, managing wealth extends far beyond balance sheets — it requires carefully orchestrating growth, balancing business and personal financial priorities, and thoughtfully considering business succession planning and legacy.