Economic downturns are inevitable. Maybe not today, but eventually. The smart move is to prepare now so your business can endure those rocky times and even find opportunities rather than struggle through. Read on as we go over small business survival strategies to...
Small Business
A Small Business Guide to Charitable Tax Giving: How to Support Causes and Maximize Tax Benefits
Many small business owners want to give back by supporting causes that are important to them. Enter charitable donations – a way to give back while building trust with customers and employees, improving your brand visibility in the community, and lowering your tax...
Small Businesses Find Their Footing Amid Policy Shifts and Economic Challenges
After a challenging stretch, small businesses are beginning to show signs of recovery. Earnings have climbed 75% since January, a sign that things are moving in the right direction. Still, revenues haven’t yet caught up to the stronger numbers we saw in the past...
Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill: Key Benefits for Small Businesses and Franchises
With inflation and economic uncertainty still putting pressure on small businesses, President Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) is designed to give them some much-needed relief. The bill offers bigger tax breaks, new exemptions, and investment incentives to help...
How Business Term Loans Can Support Small Business Growth
For small business owners looking to expand operations, invest in equipment, or stabilize cash flow, access to the right financing can make all the difference. Business term loans are one of the most common forms of funding available—and for good reason. These loans...
How the IRS Is Cracking Down on Venmo, PayPal, and CashApp in 2025
If you get paid through PayPal, Venmo, or CashApp for freelance work, side gigs, or online reselling, it’s important to know how IRS rules are changing in 2025. With stricter reporting requirements taking effect, even a small amount of side income could lead to tax...
SBA’s ‘Made in America’ Initiative Expands Small Business Loans and Cuts Red Tape for U.S. Manufacturers
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has launched a new program through its “Made in America” campaign to help small businesses grow and support American manufacturing. This effort focuses on two main goals: making it easier for business owners to get loans...