It's been said that in order to succeed in business, a small business owner should secure trustworthy relationships with three types of professionals: an accountant, an attorney and a banker.  Each of these partners provide crucial services to help your business grow.  But how do you know you've chosen the right one?

We know that it's football season and tailgating is top of mind, but this blog is not about THAT kind of chip and dip (although we'd welcome your best recipes for spicy buffalo chicken dip...).

Debit cards offer the convenience of credit cards without the risk of getting in over your head through overspending. But while financial institutions like Bank Independent have security measures in place, debit cards aren’t immune to fraud.