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All About Small Business Grants

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  by Ivan Carmona Starting and sustaining a small business can be a rewarding but challenging endeavor. While many entrepreneurs rely on personal savings and loans to fund their ventures, small business grants offer an attractive alternative for those seeking financial assistance. In this blog post, we will explore what small business grants are, who … Read more

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SoftPOS: What It Is, How It Works, and When Small Businesses Should Use It

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  There’s a moment every business owner has had at least once: You’re at an event, on a job site, or helping someone on the sales floor… and you think,“Why can’t I just take the payment right here on my phone?” That’s exactly what SoftPOS was built for. Instead of relying on a traditional card … Read more

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Last-Minute Tax Tips Small Business Owners Can Still Use Before December 31

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If you’re a small business owner reading this during the final days of the year, you’re not alone — and you’re not out of options. Every December, business owners scramble looking for tax tips that can actually make a difference before the clock runs out. The good news? There are still several legitimate, last-minute tax … Read more

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Dual Pricing vs Surcharging: What’s the Real Difference and Which Model Is Right for Your Business?

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As credit card processing costs continue to rise, more business owners are exploring alternative pricing strategies to protect margins. Two terms come up repeatedly in these conversations: dual pricing and surcharging. They are often confused, sometimes misrepresented, and frequently explained incorrectly. This article clarifies the real difference between dual pricing vs surcharging, explains how each … Read more

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High Volume Payment Processing: What Growing Businesses Need to Know in 2026

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  As businesses scale, their payment needs change dramatically. What worked when you were processing $10,000 a month likely won’t work when you’re processing $100,000—or $1 million. That’s where high volume payment processing comes in. Processing large numbers of transactions (or large-dollar transactions) requires a system designed for speed, stability, compliance, and cost control. High … Read more

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Small Business Saturday 2026: Everything you Need to Know

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What is Small Business Saturday? Small Business Saturday is an annual shopping holiday that takes place on the Saturday following Thanksgiving in the United States. This event was first introduced by American Express in 2010 to encourage people to shop locally and support their community’s small businesses. When is it? Small Business Saturday typically falls … Read more

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EBT for Gas Stations & Convenience Stores: Your Complete 2026 Guide

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If you operate a gas station or convenience store, accepting EBT in 2025 is no longer just a “nice-to-have.” It’s a revenue engine hiding in plain sight. Every month, millions of Americans shop at c-stores for everyday essentials—and a large percentage rely on SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) and EBT Cash benefits to make those … Read more

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Small Business Saturday 2026: Lead from the Front, Not the Sidelines

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Let’s cut to it: Small Business Saturday isn’t just a nice idea—it’s a business opportunity you can’t afford to waste. On Saturday, November 29, 2025, the spotlight lands squarely on local business owners. The question is, will your business own that spotlight—or stand in the shadows while someone else takes it? I’ve seen this happen … Read more

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Understanding Your Credit Card Machine Options (Without the Tech Headache)

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If it feels like the world of credit card machine options exploded overnight, you’re not wrong. What used to be a single countertop terminal has become a full lineup of sleek readers, portable units, and app-based tools. The upside? You now have more flexibility than ever to accept payments anywhere—at the counter, in the field, … Read more

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Marketing on a Shoestring Budget: How New Businesses Can Build Buzz Without Breaking the Bank

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  TL;DR You don’t need a Fortune 500 budget to get people talking about your brand. With creativity, community, and smart use of digital tools, new businesses can attract attention without overspending. This guide explores real-world strategies for marketing on a shoestring budget, from leveraging social media to building partnerships, all while keeping costs low … Read more

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