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Local Business Spotlights

Community Partner Spotlight: Entrepreneurship for All (EforAll)

On this National Small Business Week, we salute our community partner Entrepreneurship for All (EforAll).

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5 Tax Tips for Small Businesses

Tax time can be a headache for many Americans, and it can be even worse for small business owners. Here are 5 tax tips to help make the process a little smoother.

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Marissa Scott
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Hiring Employees for Your Small Business

Having an employee allows your business to increase operations and can free up more of your time so you can focus on growing your business.

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Marissa Scott
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Should I Consider Financing for My Small Business?

There are various financing types available for businesses – all with their own pros and cons. Take a closer look at how to determine which type of funding could be best.

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Marissa Scott
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Why You Should Separate Your Business and Personal Finances

When you keep your finances separate, you can stay more organized, better understand your company’s current financial picture, and potentially save time and money.

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Marissa Scott
Business

Bookkeeping vs Accounting for Your Small Business

If you’ve considered hiring a professional to help with the financial aspect of your business, you may have wondered whether an accountant or a bookkeeper would be best.

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Local Business Spotlights

Local Business Spotlight: Bristol County Commercial Cleaning

Ivis Espinoza dreamed of branching out on her own in the commercial cleaning industry. Nine years later, Ivis is the proud owner of BCCC.

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Business

Benefits of Working with a Dedicated Business Banker

A local business banker can do more for your business than you may realize. Here are some of the benefits of working with a business banker from a local community bank.

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Marissa Scott
Business

Selling on Amazon as a Small Business

Selling on Amazon has its benefits, but there are some potential downsides as well. Before you decide, here are a few things to consider.

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Marissa Scott
Business

Tips for Building a Business Support Network

If you're feeling the strain of "going it alone," it may be time to reach out and widen your circle of support. Here are some tips for building your business network.

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Marissa Scott
Business

Preparing Your Business for an Emergency

While you can’t prevent the unexpected, there are steps you can take to prepare your business for emergencies ahead of time.

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Marissa Scott
Business

5 Tips for Building Your Social Media Presence as a Small Business

If used correctly, social media can be a powerful and relatively inexpensive marketing and engagement tool for your business. 

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Local Business Spotlights

Local Business Spotlight: Hand & Halo

Caitlin Cabral, owner of Hand & Halo, says she didn’t set out to start her own business. Four years later, Caitlin's products have evolved into resin preservation. 

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Marissa Scott
Business

Do I need an EIN for My Business?

Obtaining an EIN is something that should be on every new business owner’s to-do list when starting out. Take a closer look at what an EIN is, and when it’s required.

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Marissa Scott
Business

Tips to Protect Your Small Business from Fraud

It’s not just large companies that are targeted by fraudsters - small businesses are also at risk. Here are some tips to help protect your business from fraud.

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Business

Things You Should Know about Merchant Services for Your Business

Dive in to help answer some basic questions about payment processing and merchant services.

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Marissa Scott
Business

5 Tips to Help Your Business Reduce Energy Bills

Small changes can add up over time – helping your cash flow as well as the environment. Here are some tips to make a commitment to energy efficiency in your business.

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Marissa Scott
Business

4 Accounting Formulas Every Business Owner Should Know

Being familiar with basic accounting formulas and knowing how to calculate them will allow you to better track the financial health of your company.