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Does your product do what your advertising claims it does? Even if you don’t realize that your claims are false, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) or your state government can take action against you for non-compliance with marketing and advertising laws. Here’s what you need to know. Read More

By Anita Campbell, SmallBizTrends. If you’re like most business owners, you are always looking for places to promote your business online. After all, you don’t have the advantage of huge brands that are household names. You have to work at getting visibility. Here is a handy checklist of 12 places Read More

During the season of giving thanks and giving gifts, charitable giving can make a big difference to those in need and also shine a favorable light on your small business. But what’s the best approach and how do you claim that all-important tax deduction? Here are some tips for developing a charitab Read More

Are you thinking of breaking into the federal government contracting marketplace in 2013? This lucrative market is worth nearly $100 billion in sales to small businesses each year, but selling to the government is quite different than selling to the commercial sector.

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The holidays tend to complicate small business payrolls, what with employees looking to earn a little extra cash and owners needing coverage for extended hours or shifts. But not all employers must pay overtime and not all employees are eligible. Confused? Here’s what you need to know about your ob Read More

The holiday season is crunch time for all of us – whether you’ve got gifts to buy or gifts to sell. If you’re a small business owner facing the busy holiday shopping and dining days ahead, here are some last-minute tips to help you maximize your holiday sales.

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By Marie Johns, Deputy SBA Administrator. I’m excited to announce the release of a report by the Interagency Task Force on Veterans Small Business Development called “Heroes on the Homefront: Supporting Veteran Success as Small Business Owners.” This is the second report of its kind where task for Read More

A month after Hurricane Sandy devastated the East Coast, there continues to be a lot of information out there about different forms of federal assistance, and a lot of confusion about the SBA’s role in helping homeowners, renters and businesses recover. The SBA is committed to the long-term recover Read More

The old adage “time is money” is perhaps one of the most pertinent statements that you can apply to small business owners. Entrepreneurs and business owners wear many hats and have many questions. Many of us invariably turn to our networks and the Internet to find answers. But how can you trust tha Read More

Starting a small business enterprise on eBay, Amazon Webstore, Etsy or even Craig’s List has become an increasingly popular option for entrepreneurs looking to get instant visibility and access to a massive online marketplace. But how do you go about becoming a serious eBay seller and forming a bus Read More