Small businesses need access to capital right now and they’re having trouble finding it through loans. While small business loan approval rates at some lenders are up just slightly, according to the latest Biz2Credit Lending Report for September, access to capital remains a challenge. Biz2Credit CEO and co-founder Rohit Arora said small businesses continue to…
Did you know that it takes no more than 50 milliseconds for visitors to start forming an impression about your website? Whether it’s the aesthetics, usability, or content, first impressions matter, especially in the fast-paced digital world we live in today. If you’re a small to medium-sized business (SMB), chances are you don’t have an…
In the wake of data breaches at Target, Home Depot, and other retailers, it’s more important than ever to be vigilant about protecting your personal information. One way to do that is to be on the lookout for credit card skimmers when you’re out shopping. If you know how to spot them, you can avoid…
As many people know, Pantone has created a universal “color language,” that provides sets of matching color standards. The Pantone color systems are used by artists, graphic designers, manufacturers, clothing designers and many other professional spaces, and there are a number of Pantone color books and tools for easy reference and endless ideas. Why Use…
Technology has made our lives easier in so many ways, but it has also created opportunities for scammers. They take advantage of unsuspecting people using a technical support scam. In this article, we’ll discuss six tech support scams you should be aware of. Knowing about them can help you protect yourself, and your computer, and…
Are you looking to become your own boss? Maybe work for a company like Christian Brothers or Snap-on tools in the automotive industry? This blog is all about automotive franchises. What are the investment costs, and which ones are best? And everything else that you need to know. What Is an Automotive Franchise? An automotive…
? Recently, the Federal Open Market Committee boosted interest rates by 75 basis points. The decision could have a huge impact on those applying for small business loans. Chris Hurn, Founder and CEO of Fountainhead Commercial Capital, returns to the program to talk about what this could signify for small business lending. Check out…
As the year has gone on I’ve been dipping my toes back into the industry conference scene more and more. And while I’m gearing up for my first trip to Vegas in three years for Oracle CloudWorld, Hurricane Ian kept me from getting there a couple of weeks ago for Oracle NetSuite’s SuiteWorld conference. SuiteWorld…
The average retail price of gas has gone up by 12 cents within just a week, reaching $3.919 a gallon. Gas prices are once again going up for the third straight week after declining for more than 3 months. Gas Prices Go Up Again Across the nation, gas prices fluctuated from as high as…
If you’re looking for a profitable business to start, look no further. Starting a cash business can be a great way to get your foot in the door when it comes to entrepreneurship. Not only are these businesses profitable, but they’re also easy to manage and often don’t require a lot of overhead costs. This article…