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More Small Businesses Are Going Cashless

by Fioney Staff
In the grand scheme of things, cash is far from dead. That said it seems more and more small businesses are embracing other forms of payment and shunning the "king." One of the main arguments for ditching cash transactions is that it enhances the speed of service.
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Small Business Owners Weigh In On Net Neutrality Repeal

by Fioney Staff
Passed in 2015, net neutrality guidelines were intended to prevent certain practices such as throttling and give all websites equal treatment. Like most things these days, the repeal of net neutrality has proven controversial.
Small Business News

Survey Finds Two-Thirds of Americans Want to Open Businesses

by Fioney Staff
While it shouldn't be shocking that many Americans dream of opening their own businesses, it's always encouraging to see surveys like this latest UPS Store report. Moreover, there's good reason why so many respondents are optimistic about their chances.
Small Business News

National Small Business Week 2018 Events Start This Weekend

by Fioney Staff
With National Small Business Week taking place next week, it's a great chance for entrepreneurs and business owners to network with others, have some of the questions answered, and maybe even win some prizes. So be sure to take advantage of these events during Small Business Week 2018, April 29th through May 5th.
Small Business News

90% of Surveyed Businesses Have Open Positions

by Fioney Staff
For the fifth straight quarter, the percentage of firms reporting shortages of skilled labor rose, reaching its highest level since 2008. These findings also match recent studies by Paychex that have observed a major slowing trend when it comes to hiring.
Small Business News

Majority of Small Businesses Spend More Than $1,000 to Prepare Taxes

by Fioney Staff
The NSBA study does highlight some of the headaches entrepreneurs face with the current tax code. As Tax Day 2018 arrives today, perhaps we can hope that further changes are in store and that small business owners can one day stop spending so much time and money prepping their tax returns.
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Small Business Optimism Takes Sizable Fall From Record High

by Fioney Staff
Depending on how you look at it, the latest National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) report either shows a massive fall in optimism or continued positivity among small business owners. Indeed the NFIB's small business optimism index for March does show the largest drop its seen since 2015 but that drop comes after reaching a record high in February.
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Small Business Hiring Continues Slowing Trend

by Fioney Staff
Taking the latest data into consideration it does seem like small businesses are experiencing one downside of a strong economy. While sales and profits may be up, falling unemployment means it's harder to attract top talent — especially without raising wages.
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FedEx Announces Winners of 11th Annual 2023 Small Business Grant Contest

by Kyle Burbank
Nearly three months after the entry period ended, FedEx has announced the winners of its 11th annual Small Business Grant Content. This year's event saw more than $300,000 in funds going to a variety of small businesses across the nation. Last month, the company revealed 100 finalists, with that list now being narrowed down to just 10 winners. This year's grand prize winners included KindVR, The Cupcake Collection, Up In...
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FinTech News

Student Loan Benefit FinTech Summer Raises $6 Million

by Fioney Staff
For years, student debt has been one of the most talked about financial topics. What's more, while the debt itself has become a major part of many Americans' lives, discussion of student loans has become political due to efforts to forgive certain loan repayments. However, while we wait for resolution on that front, a FinTech that brings student debt benefit solutions to employers and consumers has raised a new round...
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Credit Cards

Health and Wellness Rewards Card Ness Partners with Whole30

by Fioney Staff
In recent years, several unique rewards cards have come to market. These include offerings from FinTech startups as well as brands looking to do something special for their loyal fans. On that note, a recently-announced rewards credit card offering is now working with a popular brand to introduce new benefits for customers. This week, the Ness Card (which is issued by The Bank of Missouri) unveiled a new partnership with...
Choice Privileges Select Card
Credit Cards

Choice Hotels, Wells Fargo Debut Choice Privileges Select Card

by Fioney Staff
With spring well underway and the summer travel season now just around the corner, Choice Hotels and Wells Fargo have unveiled their latest co-branded credit card offering. Today, the two companies announced the Choice Privileges Select Mastercard. Carrying an annual fee of $95, this card will serve as the premium option in the hotel brand's new lineup. Looking at the Choice Privileges Select, it offers a mix of rewards categories....
H-E-B and Central Market  credit cards
Credit Cards

Imprint Launches Credit Cards from H-E-B and Central Market 

by Fioney Staff
The FinTech Imprint is partnering with the popular Texas-based grocery chain H-E-B for a pair of new rewards credit cards. This week saw the launch of the H-E-B Visa Signature Credit Card as well as the Central Market Visa Signature Credit Card. With these two (nearly identical) options, customers will be able to earn rewards on groceries and beyond. First, both versions of the card earn up to 5% back on select...