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Accepting Credit Cards
"RO991" says: "Accepting a credit card seems to be getting more complicated. New laws have gone into affect that prohibits you from taking a card when the number is exposed..."

Do You Need to get a Business License?
From "spunday7s": "I am interested in selling handmade jewelry both online and at shows, but before I get myself into something I don't know anything about, I would like to ask all you veterans out there if a business license is necessary to sell..."

How to Start Selling Crafts
"I'm looking for some help on how to sell handmade crafts. I know people say craft shows, but I want to make it into a business... Do I rent a shop or unit for more sales?"

New Business Jitters
"I have made the decision to formalize my business, and as I sit here staring at the tax papers and instructions, I must admit to feeling a little overwhelmed and scared..."

New to Shows
"I would like to get started selling my crafts at craft shows... I really don't know the "dos" and "don'ts" of craft show selling so any advice would greatly be appreciated."

New to the Craft Show Business
From "pattyann2000": "I'm just starting in the craft show business. I would welcome any advice about choosing a show, what type of displays work the best and anything that you think is important for someone new to the business to know."

Newbie Artist Tax Help
"ANNINMA1" asks: "Cost of Goods Sold: I know that this figure is derived from taking Beginning Inventory + Purchases - Ending Inventory. However, Which purchases do I include in that calculation?"

Starting a Partnership
"BuddhaBeads" asks: "What exactly are the basics of starting a craft business? I mean, I make stuff, and my friend makes stuff, and we want to get together and make stuff..."