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Thursday, June 13, 2013 - 21:44
Sure, good things come in small packages, but that doesn't mean your small business should settle for the little leagues.
That's the whole point of this month's "Small Businesses Thinking Big Conference," held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 28 at the Hampton Roads Convention...
Tuesday, May 21, 2013 - 10:10
It all began with an idea to help those with technology ideas grow a business.
The Peninsula Technology Incubator in Hampton recently celebrated its first year of providing guidance to entrepreneurs trying to launch the next latest and greatest technology product or service.
The program is...
Friday, April 12, 2013 - 13:12
Yes, there are still financing opportunities for small businesses – especially for those involved in technology or exporting – even in this climate of national belt-tightening. Here’s a roundup of lending news and events:
SMALL BUSINESS LENDING FUND EXPANDS GENEROSITY...
Sunday, April 7, 2013 - 20:10
For small business owners, sequestration is this year's buzzword - and a potential buzzkill for their operations, particularly if they sell products or services to the federal government.
Jack Plomgren, president of the Ghent Business Association and owner of two local Rapid Refill...
Friday, March 29, 2013 - 13:34
Many small business owners struggle with getting paid and managing their money stream. A new online program will teach them how to improve their cash flow and avoid a financial undertow.
The U.S. Small Business Administration has teamed with Experian to launch BusinessIQ Express for...
Friday, March 1, 2013 - 17:00
The fiscal cliff is not just a term used in Washington, D.C., but impacts small business owners and their employees right now.
If employees complained about a lower paycheck, a business owner can blame it on the government.
John Caldwell, CPA, MST, CGMA, and a managing partner with Malvin,...
Wednesday, January 16, 2013 - 13:15
When home-based business owners file their 2013 taxes, it will be easier to deduct the use of their domicile, the IRS and the National Association for the Self-Employed announced yesterday.
Currently, claiming the tax credit on Form 8829 intimidates many business owners, says the NASE. The four...
Friday, January 11, 2013 - 18:15
Whether they offer on-site yoga classes or annual cholesterol screenings, employers who encourage workers to stay healthy can pump up their company’s profitability.
Three out of four small businesses that provide employee wellness programs say those efforts improve the bottom line,...
Friday, November 23, 2012 - 10:11
Small business owners who are dreading tax season don't need to fret. Whether you're confused about healthcare reform or just looking for some tax-saving strategies, there's plenty of online help. (All times are EST.)
"The Fiscal Cliff: What It Means for your Bottom Line"...
Friday, November 9, 2012 - 15:17
For small businesses, raising capital can be a confusing obstacle. Workshops at the Virginia Small Business Conference titled “Small Businesses Thinking Big” at the Chesapeake Conference Center last week aimed to alleviate the small business financial maze.
“Financing is...