Credit crunch hits small businesses
If the inability to land a bank loan is preventing you from expanding, you’re not alone. Have you had trouble getting financing for your business? Has making payroll been a challenge? Is your line of credit too low? Tell us how the banks are treating small businesses.
Tax the giraffe!
Massachusetts is the latest state to close the “Geoffrey Loophole,” a tax trick that lets big multi-state chains like Toys R’ Us duck millions in state taxes that independent rivals can’t evade. What do you think?
Bakery on the rise
How canĀ Avalon International Breads ease its management transition? What’s the best way for Avalon to boost sales? How should the firm train and manage employees? Talk back here.
How EBay’s PayPal profits from its float
PayPal’s plans for a 21-day hold on some funds has merchants scrutinizing its contractual fine print. What’s your view on PayPal?
New Savings Through Pensions
Bob Johnson found more than $20,000 in tax breaks in just three years through a defined-benefit pension plan. Have some money-saving pension plan advice to dish out to our readers? Share it here.
SEC change aims to help small-caps raise cash
A change to SEC Rule 144 allows investors to sell restricted shares more quickly, potentially making fundraising easier for smaller publicly traded firms. What do you think of the change?
5 PayPal alternatives
Our reporter found five promising e-commerce payment sites. What’s worked for you? Share your experiences here.
Luring clients and employees to shore
FSB helps the owners of a travel firm boost sales, fix their website, and retain a top-notch crew. What’s the best way for ShoreTrips to boost sales? How can it hire and retain quality employees? What steps can ShoreTrips take to optimize its website? Talk back here.
Don’t miss out on overlooked tax credits
Companies like FortisTCS help businesses find tax credits they might not know about. What kind of luck have you had claiming credits?
Wesley Snipes tax protest case heads to court
Actor Snipes is on trial for not filing returns for five years. What do you think of the case?
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Insurance costs are killing small firms -- but many entrepreneurs oppose government-backed coverage. More
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Smart entrepreneurs are now doing deals in 140 characters or less on Twitter. More
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In a tough economy, more business owners are bartering for the stuff they need. More
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In Oregon, the Recovery Act is paying for a local small business to protect nearby communities from wildfires. More
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As more customers choose - or are forced - to fill prescriptions by mail, independent pharmacies are struggling to survive. More
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A Texas hospitality company considers where to invest and where to cut back to weather the recession. More








