You’ve always dreamed of owning your own business, but becoming an entrepreneur is a huge undertaking! These helpful articles from the U.S. Small Business Administration can help you figure out whether and how to start your own business.

Is Entrepreneurship for You?
This SBA article discusses both the benefits and pitfalls of becoming your own boss, and it paints a realistic picture of what it’s like to be an entrepreneur. Read the list of character traits necessary to become a successful entrepreneur, like independence, risk taking and creativity, to determine whether or not you would make a good business owner.

20 Questions Before Starting
These 20 questions will help you decide if you have all of the necessary tools to get your new enterprise up and running. On topics ranging from market research and customer service to sales, pricing, and financing strategies, this list of questions can help you think about the realities of running a business.

10 Steps to Starting a Business
A great deal of planning goes into starting a successful business, and the Small Business Association offers these 10 important steps to take to get your new company off the ground. Including everything from choosing a location to writing a business plan, these informative steps will help you become more prepared.

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Looking for a relaxing place to catch up with a friend in New Braunfels? Make a reservation for tea for two at River House Tea Room. This is one of the only places in the area that serves a traditional British “high tea,” and it makes a fun and unique way to spend an afternoon.

When you arrive at River House Tea Room, you’ll notice the charming outdoor patio furnished with ample seating for any size group, as well as the sweet cats that wander the grounds. Inside, there is even more seating in a more upscale, home-y atmosphere. Order from the long list of gourmet teas that includes green, black, and herbal blends, or even indulge with a petite tea package that also comes with delicate desserts and finger sandwiches.

Whether you’re hosting a baby shower, a business meeting, or just a visit with friends, River House Tea Room is always a fun experience.

River House Tea Room
1617 New Braunfels St
New Braunfels, TX 78130
(830) 608-0690
www.riverhousetearoom.com

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If your W-4 form's out of date, it may be worthwhile to adjust it. This handy online calculator from the IRS will help you determine the necessary information to check your withholding form and, if necessary, learn how to fill out a new W-4 form.

Who can benefit from using the calculator?
Employees who would like to change their withholding, whose situations are only approximated by the worksheets, or those with non-wage income who would prefer to have tax on that income withheld are all good candidates for the withholding calculator.

What do I need to use the calculator?
Be sure to have your most recent pay stubs, income tax return, and estimates that are as accurate as possible on hand before using the calculator.

If, after using the calculator, you find that you need to change your withholding, simply use the results to help you complete a new W-4 form and give it to your employer.

IRS Withholding Calculator [IRS]

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