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Banks Are Approving Small Business Loans at Rates Not Seen Since Before The Great Recession  Forbes

Many companies have had strong performances in 2018. Those that need upgrades – technology improvements, new hires, facility enhancements – are finding ...

How Banks Can Help Close the Small Business Funding Gap  Forbes

The face of small business is becoming more diverse -- but traditional banks aren't helping as much as they should. The number of businesses owned by ...

Small Business Today: How business owners find the Christmas Spirit  Des Moines Register

Small Business Today is a bi-weekly feature written by Tom Friedman, market president of First National Bank, Ankeny.

How U.K. Small Business Owners Can Eliminate Wasted Days by Creating Their Ideal Working Week  Entrepreneur

With the rise of business ownership and entrepreneurship in the U.K., the traditional 9-to-5 has become obsolete, as on average we are working 52 hours a ...

Empower Retirement: Small Business Owners Show Great Interest in Open Multiple Employer Plans  Business Wire

Sixty-six percent of small business owners who do not offer a retirement plan today are likely to consider an open Multiple Employer Plan (MEP), accor.

BrandintheBox Offers Monthly Small Business Brand Building Subscription  Small Business Trends

BrandintheBox has a small business brand building subscription kit developed to grow your business with actionable tools and guides.

WisEye Morning Minute: Gov. Walker News Conference Post-Governor's Small Business Summit  Madison.com

On December 11, Gov. Scott Walker addressed the media after making his remarks at the 8th annual Governor's Small Business Summit. Gov. Walker ...

Small Business Owners Support Open MEPs  Planadviser.com

A recent Empower survey found that small business owners are likely to consider open multiple employer plans (MEPs). The majority of small business owners ...

Cañon City in the top 10 for season 4 of “Small Business Revolution – Main Street” series  The Denver Post

Cañon City has made it to the top 10 communities that are in the running for Season 4 of the highly acclaimed "Small Business Revolution - Main Street" series.

Small-business sentiment slumps to 7-month low in November  MarketWatch

A sentiment gauge for small-business owners fell again as the effects of the tax cuts and regulatory rollbacks hit up against the reality of a super-hot economy.

Small business, the casualty of rising interest rates  Washington Times

As interest rates rise, access to capital is increasingly restricted for the small businesses that make up the core of the American economy. However, some far-left ...

Tax reform continues to power small business growth in Utah  Daily Herald

DENVER, CO-- Recently, I was shopping at a local store and considered the amount of holiday merchandise on retailer shelves. The last three months of the ...

Simplifying Digital Transformation at Your Small Business  Entrepreneur

Digital transformation offers something for every company -- although that something may be different in every case.

Small-business optimism dips over fears of an economic slowdown: Survey  CNBC

Although tax cuts and regulatory rollbacks this year fueled small-business optimism to hit its highest level in decades, the latest CNBC/SurveyMonkey Small ...

Southwest Regional Director Announced for the Idaho Small Business Development Center  Business Wire

BOISE, Idaho--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Idaho Small Business Development Center (www.idahosbdc.org), announced today that Steven Miller will hold the ...

Telstra announces T22 small business plans  ZDNet

Telstra has taken the wraps off its new small business plans, including a 24/7 tech support *service* and a fixed-line fault "concierge". The plans were announced ...

Be impeccable with customer service and stand out, online or off  USA TODAY

Not long ago, I was wandering through a used bookstore and happened upon an old article in a magazine from the 1950s about customer *service*. Treasure ...

Small businesses, desperate to fill open positions, juice job offers with amazing perks  CNBC

Job positions at small businesses across the country are remaining open for months. To attract solid candidates, Main Street business owners are not only ...

How to Get Followers on Instagram for Your Business  Small Business Trends

Increase your Instagram following for your small business profile with these 14 tips on how to get followers on Instagram.

Small-business advocate seeks change under Pritzker  Bloomington Pantagraph

NORMAL — Noting small businesses create almost half of the jobs in America, an advocate for them said Tuesday he is looking forward to what he hopes is a ...

Searcy in the running for popular Hulu show to help revitalize small businesses  THV11.com KTHV

Searcy is among the top 10 communities in the country that could potentially be featured on a popular Hulu show that would help revitalize its small businesses.

Main Street America: An overlooked market where China trade war pessimism is growing  CNBC

The trade war between the United States and China that has roiled global stock markets and raised fears of an economic slowdown is now weighing on small ...

Do small business owners support Trump? Not so fast  Fast Company

The majority feel that the Trump administration is doing more for large corporations than small businesses.

Marinette, WI and Menominee, MI finalists for 'Small Business Revolution'  Fox11online.com

MENOMINEE, Mich. (WLUC) - The twin cities of Marinette, Wisconsin and Menominee, Michigan are among the final ten in the running to appear on the show ...

U.S. Small Business Administration Announces Justin Crossie As Region VI Regional Administrator  Los Alamos Daily Post

WASHINGTON, D.C. ― The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) recently announced the appointment of Justin Crossie as the Regional Administrator for ...

Sen. Sherrod Brown teams with Sen. Marco Rubio on bill they say would end abusive small business lending practice  cleveland.com

Sen. Sherrod Brown of Ohio wants to close a legal loophole that has allowed predatory lenders to seize small business assets without going to court.

Small business optimism takes a dip  CNBC

CNBC's Kate Rogers joins the "Squawk Box" news team to break down the results of the NFIB Small Business Optimism Report.

New small business officially opens in Manistee after special competition  UpNorthLive.com

MANISTEE COUNTY, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- After months of competition between entrepreneurs, downtown Manistee is welcoming a new small business.

4 Small Business Loans You Can Get in 24 Hours  Nav

Cash issues aren't always predictable for small business owners. For tricky situations like these, here are 4 business loans you can get in a jiffy.

GlobalTranz and Impact Diversity Accepted into US Small Business Administration's All Small Mentor-Protégé Program  GlobeNewswire

Joint Venture Gives GlobalTranz's Clients One-Stop Access To Veteran- and Minority-Owned Small Business Partnerships.

Report on Small Business Newsletter: Harley-riding Alberta nurse generates big buzz on L.A. fashion label  The Globe and Mail

This is the weekly Report on Small Business newsletter.

Dear small-business owner: We’re the government and we’re here to crush your spirit  Financial Post

Government treatment of the self-employed operators of privately owned enterprises is unfair to the point of being unethical. With this in mind, the following letter ...

Top Small Business Manufacturing Trends in 2018  Small Business Trends

Automation, offshoring and technology have made a major impact on US manufacturing businesses of all sizes. Here are the 2018 manufacturing trends.

DoD Issues Class Deviation - Limitations on Subcontracting for Small Business  Lexology

On Dec. 3, 2018, the Department of Defense (DoD) issued Class Deviation 2019-O0003 – Limitations on Subcontracting for Small Business, which effectively ...

Dell Rapids Small Business Hit with Big-Time Hack  KDLT News

DELL RAPIDS, S.D. – Imagine all of your phone contacts getting wiped out at a time you need them most. Something similar is happening more and more to ...

Amazon helping AZ small businesses grow, expand customer outreach  AZFamily

They like the convenience, the selection and the free shipping. Amazon has changed the way customers shop, especially now during the holidays.

Employee well-being is an important small business priority  Washington Post

A healthy workforce is an asset for small businesses. When employees feel healthy and supported, everyone benefits. (Partner *content*)

Greenville competition offering small business grant  WITN

Here's your chance to qualify for a grant if you have a dream of opening or expanding a small business in Greenville.

12 Corporate Resolutions on Taxes to Review Now  Small Business Trends

At your next C, S, or LLC annual meeting, consider these corporate resolutions that can impact your taxes for the next year.

RiverBend Growth Association names Hit N Run Convenience Store as Small Business of the Month  RiverBender.com

ALTON - The RiverBend Growth Association has named Hit N Run Convenience Store as its Small Business of the Month for December.Hit N Run Convenience ...

Five Strategies To Safely Grow Your Small Business  Forbes

The opportunity to grow a business is exciting because it means the business has done well enough to expand. Customers are connecting with your product or ...

Small Business Roundtable Discusses Healthcare as The Number One SMB Issue  Small Business Trends

More small business healthcare concerns — namely the quagmire caused by legislation — are the number 1 issue facing many small businesses.

Business Insurance: The Safety Net Your Small Business Needs  Forbes

Are you risking your small business's future by going without insurance? Here are the basic kinds of business insurance every business owner should consider.

GDPR: Small business owners still ‘clueless’ about data protection rules, study claims  The Independent

Small business owners polled for a new survey have admitted they are still “clueless” about GDPR - leaving the personal data of millions of employees and ...

Searcy Makes Top 10 Cut for Small Business Revolution Show  amppob.com

Searcy, Arkansas recently made the cut for the top 10 cities for season 4 of Small Business Revolution on Main Street starring Amanda Brinkman and Ty ...

Nydia Velázquez: 'Helping Americans develop skills in demand is a win-win'  The Guardian

The incoming Democratic chair of the House small business committee sees scope for bipartisan efforts to boost the sector.

Standard offer to cost CMP residential, small business customers $6 more per month  WGME

STATEWIDE (WGME) -- Most electricity customers in Southern and Central Maine will see an increase in the supply-portion of their bills starting January 1.

The City of Searcy Seeks $500,000 through Hulu's Small Business Revolution  KARK

Searcy was one of 12000 cities across the US nominated to be featured on season four of the show. So far, it has advanced to the top 20.

Houston-area small-business owners ending 2018 on high note  Houston Chronicle

Small-business owners in the Houston area are reporting year-over-year revenue growth as 2018 draws to a close, and many plan to expand their businesses in ...

Microsoft Is Moving To A Chrome Browser...And Other Small Business Tech News This Week  Forbes

Here are five things in technology that happened this past week and how they affect your business. Did you miss them? 1 — Microsoft is building its own Chrome ...

Louisiana tax ruled unconstitutional collected $70M from small business owners  Greater Baton Rouge Business Report

(Note: This story has been updated since its original publication.) A court ruling last week means Louisiana residents, also doing business in Texas, who were ...

Congress On The Cusp Of Extending Small Business Status - Government, Public Sector - United States  Mondaq News Alerts

The Small Business Runway Extension Act of 2018, which would expand the period of measurement for small business status from three years to five, is one ...

US Small-Business Owners' Optimism Reaches New Heights  Gallup

The Wells Fargo/Gallup Small Business Index finds optimism among small-business owners, improving upon the record high set last quarter.

Gauging success for small businesses: What online tools can tell you about your mobile presence  SmartBrief

This post is sponsored by Facebook. You'd be hard-pressed to find a small business owner who doesn't agree that social media marketing can be vital to ...

Small businesses struggle to find workers  Marketplace APM

Élan Flowers in Manhattan's Soho neighborhood is a sea of roses and ribbon. Christine Hall, who owns the shop with her husband Patrick, says a good bouquet ...

Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers small-business bill gets Senate OK, heads to President Trump’s desk  The Spokesman-Review

U.S. Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers is closing a historically productive session in Congress with the planned signing of a bill she sponsored intended to bring ...

Augmented Reality Examples to Inspire Small Business Owners  Small Business Trends

Use these augmented reality examples from these big brands to introduce the tactic into your small business marketing mix.

Nab these last-minute tax savings opportunities for entrepreneurs  CNBC

Whether it's loading up on retirement savings or taking a 20 percent deduction, small-business owners are running out of time to save on their 2018 taxes.

Small Business, Small Church Host a Festive Evening  Fairfax Station Connection

By Mike Salmon · Thursday, December 13, 2018 · Sign in to favorite this; Discuss Comment, Blog about; Share this Email, Facebook, Twitter. #The holiday event ...

Florida SBDC at UWF provides recovery resources to small businesses following Hurricane Michael  UWF Newsroom

The Florida Small Business Development Center at the University of West Florida is playing a critical role in helping small business owners recover in the ...

Amazon has helped this Ann Arbor small business thrive  MLive.com

Ann Arbor T-shirt Company expects to sell about 700000 items through Amazon this year, which accounts for about 75 percent of their business.

Senators Seek Ban on 'Confessions' Tactic Used by Predatory Small Business Lenders  Insurance Journal

Two U.S. senators are seeking to outlaw a legal tactic that predatory lenders have frequently used to seize money from small businesses. Senators Sherrod.

Sen. Baldwin's small-business bill heads to President Trump  WBAY

Sen. Tammy Baldwin and Sen. Marco Rubio co-authored the bill to increase small business start-ups in under-served states.

5 Ways Small Business Owners Can Start Preparing For Retirement  Forbes

When you are your own boss, it's up to you to look out for your future and make sure you're prepared to leave the workforce one day.

Small businesses must renew plans for a better year  SowetanLIVE Sunday World

The small business environment has many twists and turns, which if you fail to navigate properly often results in an enterprise falling by the wayside.

Small business owners upbeat about companies, look to expand  WSFA

Small business owners are upbeat, looking to expand and worrying less about financial concerns like health costs.

Small business owners upbeat about companies  Chicago Sun-Times

NEW YORK — Small business owners are upbeat, looking to expand and worrying less about financial concerns like health costs. That's the finding of a survey ...

Massive fake review attack has big impact on small businesses  Search Engine Land

The Local SEO community was recently plagued with a massive fake review attack that impacted small businesses globally. A collection of 37 profiles left over 3 ...

Small businesses could unite to improve retirement for Kentuckians  Courier Journal

Association Retirement Plans could could ease the burden on small businesses, creating a new way to provide important retirement benefits to employees.

Small Business Saturday isn't a novelty anymore – independent retailers depend on it  CNBC

Small Business Saturday, now in its ninth year, is sponsored by American Express and encourages consumers to get out and shop "small" supporting local ...

Community State Bank teams up with Small Business Development Center  Journal Times

UNION GROVE — Community State Bank has announced that is has teamed up with the Wisconsin Small Business Development Center to help business ...

Filing deadlines extended for disaster unemployment aid, small business emergency loans  WTXL ABC 27

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WTXL) - The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity has extended the application deadlines for both Disaster Unemployment ...

Agencies propose rule change to cut burdens on small business  Federal Times

A proposed Federal Acquisition Regulation rule change would make it easier for small businesses to comply with subcontracting allowances.

10 Lessons to Help You Avoid Common Business Mistakes  Small Business Trends

There's no way to completely avoid mistakes when running a business. But there are ways to avoid common mistakes. If you pay attention and learn from others ...

Small Business Saturday by the numbers: 67 million expected to shop, $85 billion spent  CNBC

American Express launched the holiday in 2010 as a way to help small business owners recover from the recession.

Small business extravaganza  WJTV

For Small Business Saturday, a group of businesses joined together in Clinton for an extravaganza.

Financial tips for investing in both your small business and your retirement  The Columbian

NEW YORK — Small business owners may want to save for retirement but are anxious about diverting money away from their companies. But many owners ...

Grants issued to help small businesses hit hard in disasters  KEYT

Wells Fargo Bank has allocated $450-thousand to small businesses impacted by two disasters in the last year in Ventura and Santa Barbara Counties.

Small businesses squeezed by higher labor, vendor costs  Asbury Park Press

Higher labor costs are a key factor as some small businesses struggle with inflation and consider whether to pass higher expenses along to customers.

WWE Founder talks small business in the Hub City  EverythingLubbock.com

A prominent businesswoman and founder of World Wrestling Entertainment visited Bahama Bucks on Tuesday, to tour the small business, and discuss the ...

Business owner highlights Cambridge Springs' Small Business Saturday success  Meadville Tribune

CAMBRIDGE SPRINGS — The success of Small Business Saturday in the borough was highlighted during a recent council meeting with a report from Stacy ...

Online? On-site? Both are important for small business! | UNR Business  Reno Gazette Journal

When promoting your small business, think about the on-site promotion and the online promotion, and then create ties between them for maximum impact.

Small business owner's heat up and running after Dominion Energy mishap  ABC 4

SANDY, Utah (ABC4 News) - A small business owner is speaking out after Dominion Energy shut off the heat to his auto shop, with what he says, was without ...

ShopKeep closes $65m for small business financing leap  Fintech Futures

In its largest round of funding yet, point of sale (POS) technology company ShopKeep closed on $65 million in combined debt and equity funding, bringing its ...

A Small Business Success Secret You Can Easily Steal  Nav

There are a lot of secrets to small business success you can try to steal, but there's one in particular that's accessible now. Here's what it is.

How technology helps small businesses embrace today's changing retail world  NBCNews.com

Small businesses make up more than 99 percent of American companies, thanks to a strong economy and new technology that makes shopping - and selling ...

Big Government Overregulation Threatens Small Business Lifeblood of the Economy  Townhall

Dodd-Frank overregulation caused increased concentration in banking, squeezing out smaller banks in favor of bigger banks that could more easily absorb ...

From east side to west side, hot small businesses in Monroe County  Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

The nation celebrated Small Business Saturday the weekend after Thanksgiving. It's a day to support local merchants and all they do for the community. They're ...

Meet Jennifer Chaudoir, the small-business-owning mom who has two world snowshoe titles  ESPN

Jennifer Chaudoir didn't set out to be an endurance athlete. But running and snowshoeing gave her a confidence and peace she needed -- and helped her to ...

Retail store owners think outside the box to compete with big businesses  Detroit Free Press

Yesterday was national Small Business Saturday, a day for shoppers to spend their dollars at stores owned by members of their communities.

Sherrod Brown, Marco Rubio introduce bill to protect small businesses  American Banker

The legislation would ban legal clauses that force small-business borrowers to give up their right to court proceedings before obtaining a loan.

Bremer CEO Jeanne Crain talks about small business clients, changing industry  Star Tribune

Jeanne Crain, president and CEO at St. Paul-based Bremer Financial Corp., is finding that you don't have to be in a bank office to generate a loan. Crain, who ...

Rochester mom and pop retailers to roll out red carpet on Small Business Saturday  Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Just two days before Thanksgiving, the staffers at Kittelberger Florist & Gifts in Webster are busy decorating the cavernous store, filling it with holiday items and ...

West Virginia small business to be the face of a Times Square billboard  WSAZ-TV

A West Virginia business owner has been selected to be the face of a Times Square billboard campaign in New York City.

Protect Small Businesses From Predatory Lending  Bloomberg

If you knew what you were doing, would you sign a contract allowing a company to sue you and take your money whenever it wanted, with no proof, warning or ...

Small Business Saturday a success in Helena  Helena Independent Record

Though it's too early for concrete data, many area businesses indicated they enjoyed major success on Small Business Saturday, on Nov. 24 this year.

Online, small business sales break records over Black Friday weekend  Times Union

It was another record-breaking Black Friday weekend as shoppers turned out nationwide to support local businesses, as well as online retailers. Shoppers spent ...

NC Commerce: One North Carolina Small Business Program  NC Dept of Commerce

The One North Carolina Small Business Program is comprised of two programs:

In Auburn, small business looms large  Auburn Journal

In so many ways, Auburn's independently owned businesses — small and not so small — are making a giant difference. The list of small businesses owned by ...

How Gregg Bishop, Small Business Expert, Spends His Sundays  The New York Times

The holidays are always busy for Gregg Bishop, the commissioner of the New York City Department of Small Business Services, which kicks into high gear ...