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SBA Proposes New Rule Changes for the HUBZone Program
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The U.S. Small Business Administration recently proposed new regulations to make it easier for small businesses to understand and comply with the Historically Underutilized Business Zone (HUBZone) Program’s requirements.
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Is a secured business credit card right for you?
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For business owners, one of the major reasons to have a business credit card is to keep your business and personal expenses separate. This allows you to track your business spending while providing financial flexibility.
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5 reasons you need a business plan
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If you are starting a small business, there is no shortage of advice on the steps you should take: registering your business name, getting a Tax ID, deciding on a business structure and applying for the needed permits and licenses.
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Make the Most of Your Ultimate Marketing Tool
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There is one marketing and sales tool you always have with you: yourself. As a small business owner, you are the face of your business brand to every potential prospect you meet.
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Veterans and Franchise Ownership: A Good Match?
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Most of our military veterans are uniquely qualified to own and operate a franchise business.
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Millennial Entrepreneurs are a Force for Change
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At the SBA, we have the proven tools needed to help bridge the gap for young entrepreneurs, providing strong resources to help them grow their businesses, reach new markets and realize their full potential.
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20 Things You Can Sell Online that You Might Not Have Thought Of
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From virtual services to physical products that use your own unique designs, check out these suggestions for things to sell online that you may not have considered before.
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Build Your Business Through Networking
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While it may not get as much buzz these days as social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter, old-fashioned, face-to-face networking is still essential for building a business.
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Credit inquiries: what you should know about hard and soft pulls
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Did you know every time someone, including you, reviews your credit report a credit inquiry is added to your report instantly?
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SBA recognizes National Native American Heritage Month
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During National Native American Heritage Month, we recognize the traditions, contributions and impact of American Indians, Alaska Natives and Native Hawaiians in our communities and our nation.