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THE STATE SMALL BUSINESS CREDIT INITIATIVE AND REBUILDING THE U.S. MANUFACTURING BASE

May 31, 2023

THE STATE SMALL BUSINESS CREDIT INITIATIVE AND
The American Rescue Plan, passed in 2021, reauthorized and expanded the State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) and will provide nearly $10 billion in funds to help small businesses access the capital they need to invest in job-creating opportunities as the country emerges from the pandemic.

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Rollovers for Business Start-Ups

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How to fund your business is a big decision that shouldn’t be taken lightly! Fortunately, we’ve compiled all the information you’ll need to decide if the Rollover for Business Start-ups (ROBS) arrangement is right for you. This in-depth guide will reveal how you can use your retirement funds to start a business without incurring tax penalties or getting a loan.

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The small business guide to marketing on a budget

whitePaper | December 21, 2021

With the constant changes to Google and social platforms like Facebook limiting the reach you have on your audience, marketing with a positive ROI can be challenging. This whitepaper shows you how to generate new customers on a limited budget.

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whitePaper | September 1, 2022

The challenges that field service workers face today stem from one primary issue: a lack of business connectivity. They require the same capabilities to access information and collaborate as the corporate office but have fewer tools to do so. This dichotomy between expectations and reality results in headaches that manifest in a variety of ways.

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small business finance FAQ

whitePaper | February 24, 2022

Small businesses borrow mainly for four reasons: to start a business, purchase inventory, expand, or to strengthen the firm’s financial health. Firms choose different means of financing depending on the intended purpose.

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The digital transformation of small business support

whitePaper | April 12, 2022

As the digital revolution transformed micro- and small enterprises (MSEs) around the world, it also changed how small business support can and should be delivered. MSEs are essential agents of inclusive growth, and the digital revolution has fundamentally affected them. As digital technologies present MSEs with new opportunities and challenges that have been accelerated by the COVID pandemic, their support needs have also shifted. In the digital age, meaningful support not only provides MSEs with information and resources, but does so in new ways, using digital channels. For small business support to be effective and sustainable through the 21st century, understanding how digital technologies are changing the landscape will be paramount

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2021 Small Business Owner Report

whitePaper | May 1, 2021

Despite continued challenges, our latest research found small business owners have started to regain their footing. Economic confidence and business revenue expectations have bounced back significantly from levels seen last fall, with hiring plans on the rise as well. Most also feel that a widely available vaccine in their local community will be helpful in bringing their business back to normal.

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Magoosh

We took traditional test prep and flipped it on its head. Magoosh is out to prove that those months leading up to test day don't have to be miserable. In fact, with our help they can actually be enjoyable. Our team is full of expert teachers, tutors, engineers, and education aficionados creating the highest quality tools and resources you need to study at your own pace, on your own time. And the best part? You can afford it. We even offer many of our lessons, apps, and videos for free.

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