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U.S. Small Business Administration Lending Tops $28 Billion in FY19
For most of us, 2019 won't come to a close until December 31st. However, for several corporations as well as the Federal Government, October 1st marked the beginning of a new fiscal year. Among the agencies looking back at the year that was is the Small Business Administration, who recently released data regarding the number of loans it issued over the past year. According to the SBA, it guaranteed more...
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Survey Finds "Improving Productivity" to Be Top Challenge for Business Owners
Being an entrepreneur means overcoming several obstacles and finding solutions to difficult problems. With that in mind, what specific issues are U.S. small business owners most anticipating on the horizon? A survey by professional employer organization (PEO) Oasis asked more 300 small business owners (with more than 10 employees but fewer than 100) about what challenges they expect to encounter in the next six to 12 months. Coming in first...
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Uber Launches Uber Works Platform in Chicago
Ever since ridesharing started making the move from novelty to ubiquitous transportation option, the phrase "Uber but for..." has become a go-to pitch for many peer to peer platforms. For example imagine an app that's like Uber but for temporary workers. As it turns out that's exactly the idea behind Uber Works, which the company is rolling out in Chicago this week. Just as Uber connects drivers and passengers, Uber...
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Square Adjusting Pricing Structure for Credit Card Transactions
Over the past several years, small business owners and their customers have become well aware of the FinTech company Square. Initially known for their card readers that turned cell phones into cash registers, the company's point of sale products have now become ubiquitous at coffee shops, restaurants, and other independent retailers. Unforunately many of these merchants may soon see their profits dwindle as Square has announced a major change to...
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Amazon Announces Small Business Awards, Opens Nominations
When it comes to brick and mortar retail and small business, Amazon is often seen as an enemy. Despite this, many entrepreneurs have actually been able to grow their businesses via Amazon, gaining a massive outlet for selling their goods. To celebrate this partnership, the site has announced the introduction of the Amazon Small Business Awards. The inaugural awards will honor entrepreneurs in three categories: Small Business of the Year, Woman-Owned...
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Stripe Introduces Stripe Corporate Card Visa
Looking for a corporate card to manage your small business's expenses? Stripe hopes they have the solution. This week the company announced that it was launching its new Stripe Corporate Card, allowing business owners to earn cash back and other rewards. If this news is bringing upon déjà vu it's probably because it's been a busy couple of weeks for Stripe. Just days ago the company announced the launch of...
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