Business Trends

>>10 Tactics to Get More Positive Reviews for Your Business
Source: sba.gov 
The numbers are compelling. Depending on which study you read (and there are literally dozens), anywhere from 51 percent to 90 percent of consumers read and trust online reviews. Even if we take the smallest number, that’s still over half of consumers paying attention to online reviews. 

>>Fund Your Business Without Sharing It
Source: sba.gov  
Whether it’s a new idea that needs money to start, or an existing business that needs money to grow, there are a lot of funding options that don’t require sharing ownership with investors.  
 
>>What is an EIN and Why is it Important?
Source: sba.gov 
One of the key responsibilities for many new businesses or businesses that are restructuring is obtaining an Employer Identification Number, or EIN, from the IRS. An EIN is a unique nine-digit number that identifies your business for tax purposes. It’s similar to a Social Security number but is meant for business related items only.