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November 19, 2021

5 Key Factors to Consider Before You Buy Commercial Property

If you’re planning to invest in commercial real estate, you’ll want to put in some serious thought ahead of time. While any type of real estate might sound like a... Read More
November 11, 2021

12 Best Free Accounting Software for Small Businesses

Shoebox accounting (tossing everything together and sorting it out later) can cripple your company. These days, small businesses need an accounting system that’s cost... Read More
November 08, 2021

Insurance Required to Obtain an SBA Loan

Are you a small business owner in need of funding? A Small Business Administration (SBA) loan is known as the “gold standard” for entrepreneurs who want to consolidate... Read More
November 03, 2021

Can a Sole Proprietor Have Employees?

Sole proprietors don’t have to run the ship alone. Here’s what you need to know about hiring help for your small business. ... Read More
October 13, 2021

9 Customer Loyalty Programs For Small Businesses

Customer loyalty programs for small business are an inexpensive way to increase sales and customer retention. A loyalty program also can prevent customers from... Read More
October 11, 2021

Alternatives to a PPP Loan for Small Business Owners

To offset the economic impact of the coronavirus, the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) provided eligible small business owners two rounds of fully or partially... Read More
October 04, 2021

Small Business Growth Statistics That May Surprise You

Small businesses are important to the U.S. economy because 99% of all U.S. firms are small businesses, employing about half of the private workforce. They are... Read More
August 27, 2021

How to Respond to Negative Reviews in 11 Effective Steps

Unfortunately, negative reviews can undermine your business reputation. Your online reputation is your strongest asset or biggest liability and should never be taken... Read More
August 26, 2021

Top 10 Business Marketing Apps for Small Businesses

It can be nearly impossible to reach your marketing goals without the right tools. But in this digital age, there’s no reason to use outdated or clunky systems. With... Read More

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The SmartBiz® Small Business Blog and other related communications from SmartBiz BankSM are intended to provide general information on relevant topics for managing small businesses. Be aware that this is not a comprehensive analysis of the subject matter covered and is not intended to provide specific recommendations to you or your business with respect to the matters addressed. Please consult legal and financial professionals for further information.