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Is Taxation of e-Commerce on the Horizon? April 23, 2009 Given the increasing popularity of e-commerce and the budget deficits of a growing number of states, perhaps most notably that of California, lawmakers may be reconsidering the moratorium on taxes for Internet-based transactions. Ironically, the very same companies that argued for the moratorium when they were new are now flexing their lobbying muscles to drop it.
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Celebrate Earth Day by Saving Money April 16, 2009 That’s right. Becoming more efficient is not just the right thing to do, but a great way to save money as well. The federal government’s Energy Star program provides some free resources to help you get started.
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No Exit for VC Portfolios April 10, 2009 It’s a tough time for all small businesses, and those lucky few VC-backed startups will just have to wait a little longer before hitting the stock exchange or getting snapped up by deeper pockets. Here’s a breakdown of the first quarter’s dismal show for venture-backed exits.
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Going Small a Smart Strategy April 02, 2009 Microenterprise is a term reserved for the financing of typically modest, one-person business ventures needing relatively tiny amounts of cash to get started (think taco vender or a seamstress). But these days, small businesses and budding entrepreneurs who may have once sought a bank loan or even angel investing are securing microloans. Here’s what you need to know.
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New Small Business Relief Measures Fail to Impress March 19, 2009 Speaking in support of “the heart of the American economy,” President Obama announced plans to use federal funds to buy up SBA-backed loans on the secondary market. While some are encouraged, others remain underwhelmed. What’s in it – or not – for you?
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Trying to Secure a Federally Guaranteed Loan?
March 03, 2009
A number of small business owners have expressed frustration for what they believe is an unfair system, but securing any kind of loan nowadays is no simple feat. Changes are underway at the U.S. Small Business Administration, as part of the recent stimulus package, to boost its loan activity. But will they work?
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What’s in it For Us? February 26, 2009 If you’re a small business owner, probably not a whole lot. The $787 billion economic stimulus package passed last week contains tax cuts and spending initiatives, with varying levels of support and criticism from the small business community, but one unanimous refrain is the desperate pleading to make our financial system functional again.
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Make Sure the U.S. Treasury Gets its Cut This Year February 24, 2009 Penalties for non-payment of federal taxes are always stiff, but the IRS has stated its intention of going after employers that owe payroll taxes. Consider yourself warned!
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Stimulus Bill is Passed – Now the Hard Part February 12, 2009 The amount of money in the economic stimulus bill set aside to help struggling small businesses is arguably just a drop in the ocean. But the House and Senate bills offer contrasting perspectives on how to make SBA-backed loans more accessible to small businesses.
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Californians May Have to Bite the Bullet for a Balance Budget February 12, 2009 As the global economic situation grows ever darker, California’s budget deficit remains unresolved. No solution will please all stakeholders, but proposals to increase taxes and fees will hit the pocketbooks of virtually everyone in the state.
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