Growing your small business is essential to the long-term health of your business, and many small business owners turn to capital advance as a way to unlock cash to fund that growth. In this post we ask, is employee training and development a good investment for your advance?
New overtime rules take effect December 1. What do you need to know?
New Department of Labor overtime rules take effect on December 1. Is your restaurant ready for the impact it may have?
Security Breaches – Coming to a Small Business Near You
Security breaches seem important only to large businesses. That myth may hurt you.
“Restaurant Recession” or Not, It’s Never a Bad Time To Shore Up Your Financial Position
What’s causing fears over a “restaurant recession”? And what should you do to protect your restaurant?
How To Protect Your Small Business from Employee Theft and Fraud
Think only large corporations are victimized by fraudulent employee actions? A new study on fraud has found that small businesses are actually more likely to experience fraudulent activity by their employees, but there are simple steps you can take to protect yourself.
Restaurants Are Ready to Improve Their Technology Presence
Restaurant owners, like any small business owners, want to stay on top of the latest and best technological advances in their field. New research from the National Restaurant Association shows just how restaurant operators currently use technology in their restaurants and sheds some light on where owners want restaurant tech to go in the future.
Your Guide to the Small Business Lending Index and Its Largest Year-Over-Year Downturn since 2009
The Small Business Lending Index released by Thomson Reuters and PayNet showed a noteworthy downturn in April of this year.
Remaking the Restaurant Business Model: Tip Included
A “hospitality included” model is emerging and presents intriguing new option for today’s restaurateurs. Hospitality included creates a more equal pay environment for restaurant employees, while still keeping prices the same for patrons. Could this evolution have a positive impact on your restaurant’s bottom line?
New Opportunities for Existing Small Businesses: SBA Brings Back 504 Refinancing Program
Small businesses looking to refinance their business’s real estate will have another option to do so starting on June 24 if they qualify. The SBA is bringing back its 504 refinancing and loan program originally implemented as part of the 2010 Jobs Act, but this time as a permanent measure.
How to Assess Your Small Business’s Financial Health
While many small business owners may feel that their businesses are financially healthy, not every business owner possesses the same confidence. Running a check-up on your small business’s finances can give you a better idea of the state of your business, while potentially uncovering opportunities for growth.