Anybody can start a business.

But not everybody can run a successful one.

If they could, then the world would be overrun with them! In reality, roughly half of all small businesses fail within 5 years of starting up.

Clearly, running an operation that drives revenue and grows in perpetuity is no mean feat.

So what separates the winners from the losers? A lot of factors contribute, for sure. The leadership, the concept, the cash flow, competition, and economy all come into play.

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At least 70 percent of the world’s GDP is attributed to a family-owned business. Some estimates place this as high as 90 percent.

In America, there has been an ongoing trend to support family businesses. The pattern is based on a great idea, but the facts are a little skewed.

The new trend focuses on small local businesses. Small businesses are those family-owned operations most in need of support. But, it’s essential to understand the real facts creating the whole picture.

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In comparison to the rest of your home, your crawl space might seem small. 

Even so, this little space can have a big impact on the rest of your house. If you don’t take care of your crawl space, it can turn your home into an unpleasant place to live. 

That’s why you need to encapsulate your crawl space.

Not sure what that means or why it’s important? We’ve put together this guide to help you learn how encapsulating a crawl space works ...

One of the most common causes of a wet basement is clogged and misguided gutters. 

When the basement floods, your items are put at risk. Unfortunately, the insurance company may not be able to replace all of your belongings.  

If you want to avoid losing your items and spending a lot of money on repairs, you will need to be proactive by waterproofing your home. 

Continue reading to discover what waterproofing a basement will do and why it will be worth your investment! 

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An average of 14,000 people experience water damage at work or home every day.

Water damage can happen anywhere, but the most common area for it to happen is in your basement. Basements are more susceptible to water damage and flooding because they’re located underground.

As heavy rains occur, your basement is going to collect all of it if it’s not properly structured. This can end up costing you home value, money, and even your health.

So, what exactly causes basement flooding?

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Businesses are looking for ways to grow their brand, gain new clientele, and get a competitive edge on “the other guys”.

However, sometimes it’s more advantageous to slow things down and look at the process from within. Is there something the company is doing on its end that isn’t delivering on the expectation of quality that a customer has?

Quality is everything in business. It’s what separates one company as an industry-leader and builds customer loyalty within the marketplace.

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If your basement is prone to moisture you are far from alone. According to insurance industry research, 98% of basements will have some sort of water damage. That means almost all basement owners suffer this avoidable problem.

Do you have a damp basement? Read on to learn about the main causes behind basement moisture and what you can do about it.

Signs of a Moisture Problem

How do you know if you have a moisture problem in your basement? Some of the ...

Is my crawl space supposed to look like a small lake?

If you’re asking yourself this question, you’ve got a serious problem on your hands. 

Crawl spaces can be helpful home features because they give you access to your plumbing, electrical wiring, insulation, and more. But they can also be scary. 

What are you supposed to do when you find water in a crawl space?

First of all, don’t panic. We’ve put together this guide to help you learn what caused this water problem and ...