Small Business Basics: Video Series

Video conferencing is a great way to save money on travel by using Web cams, built-in microphones and special software to communicate with people in different locations. Learn about Web sites that offer video conferencing software with information from a small business owner in this free video on video conferencing.

Download free address label templates by finding address label templates available in Microsoft Word or by visiting the corporate Web site of the label maker and downloading the appropriate template. Avoid spending money on professionally printed address labels with advice from a small business owner in this free video on business labels.

When buying a business, research the business, consider how the purchase will be financed, and assess your own abilities as they relate to the business. Put together a business plan when buying a business with advice from a small business owner in this free video on buying a business.

Manufacturers can establish retail pricing based on the cost of production, focus group information on products or supply and demand for the product. Learn how retailers can get in trouble for selling a product below the established retail price with information from a small business owner in this free video on retail pricing.

To accept credit cards for a home business, sign up for a Paypal.com account that can accept credit card information, or visit a major bank to inquire about merchant services. Be aware of service charges for accepting credit cards through bank merchant services with information from a small business owner in this free video on running a business.

Buy an online business by contacting a broker or CPA, researching the business, negotiating the terms of sale and getting access to the back end of the Web site. Be sure to change all passwords related to an online business after purchase with information from a small business owner in this free video on buying a business.

To conduct a criminal background check, get information from the person, get consent from the person to check their background, and send the information to the FBI or a third party. Prepare to pay a fee for a background check with information from a small business owner in this free video on background checks.

To create a drop shipping business, choose a familiar product to sell, develop an e-commerce site, such as an eBay store, locate a reputable drop shipper, and obtain a tax ID number. Use a drop shipping business to make money with low overhead costs using advice from a small business owner in this free video on running a business.

Mail packages for a business by creating pre-printed labels, developing a system for attaching an address to the label and finding a reliable shipping company. Consider using the eBay shipping system or FedEx to mail packages with tips from a small business owner in this free video on running a business.

Make business cards by using a printing template and quality cards that peel off of the paper, or by working with an inexpensive printing company. Upload a design to a printing Web site to get business cards easily with tips from a small business owner in this free video on running a business.

Name a business by picking something that clearly communicates the purpose of the business, checking the Internet for a good domain name related to the business, and hiring an attorney to check the state for the legality of a name. Learn why it is illegal to use names that other businesses have already registered with information from a small business owner in this free video on starting a business.

Electronic safes can be opened in a variety of ways, including running down the battery to activate the fail safe, using a screwdriver in the electronic logo or by contacting the safe manufacturer. Research electronic safes before relying on them for a business with tips from a small business owner in this free video on safes.

To run a free background check, Google the person's name, or enter the person's name into CriminalSearches.com. Prepare to pay for more in-depth background checks with insight from a small business owner in this free video on background checks.

A cash flow statement helps people understand the health of a business by examining the operating activity, investing activity and financing activity. Present cash flow statements to potential investors or management teams with information from a small business owner in this free video on running a business.

Understand a profit-loss statement by examining where a company spent money, how much money was spent and the net sales of the company. Use profit-loss statements to get a picture of the health of a business with information from a small business owner in this free video on running a business.

The pros of buying an existing business include positive cash flow, an established client base and an established brand. Cons for buying an established business include the potential for old equipment and potentially having to fire a number of employees. Weigh the pros and cons of buying a business with advice from a small business owner in this free video on buying a business.

Registering a car to a business requires getting the title and tax information on the car, filling out a business use application with the DMV and registering the car to the business. Get insurance registered to a business for a business use car with advice from a small business owner in this free video on running a business.