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According to the American Pet Product Association* (APPA), 45 million U.S. households now provide a home to the more than 77.5 million registered dogs in the U.S. And these millions of dogs represent a burgeoning industry. From dog walkers to professional poop scoopers, mobile groomers to at-home pet sitters – the dog business is booming. In fact APPA spending statistics* show that in 2010, owner Read More

On March 2, President Obama signed legislation extending the availability of Recovery Act funds for certain Small Business Administration (SBA)-guaranteed loan programs. This is good news for small businesses seeking start-up and growth financing. The SBA estimates that the additional funding will support about $1.8 billion in lending by extending its ability to guarantee loans enhanced by Recov Read More

Compared to their big-business counterparts, small businesses are especially vulnerable to patent infringement because they may lack the knowledge, expertise or resources necessary to prevent the theft of their invention. Use this guide to navigate the application process, understand costs and fees, and identify financial assistance opportunities available for small businesses. Read More

If you've used Twitter for a while, you've probably noticed that many companies are repurposing their press releases into web landing pages as a way to further promote their white papers.

But many companies fail to add the necessary visual elements that ensure success. This blog post will provide you with several simple tips that can enhance your online press releases and ensure a greater numb Read More

For MaryAnn Shank, entrepreneurship is in her blood. She started her first of several businesses in the 1980s and currently runs BusinessFinance-One Inc. out of her home in California. She is also a business plan writer, a web coach, and a blogger. While managing her online business full time, Ms. Shank is an active member of the Business.gov Community. She often shares tips on starting a busines Read More

With Google's new AdWords ad formats, advertisers can boost their competitive edge with greater ad visibility. Read More

Here's how to use socially responsible practices to help boost your sales. Green is just one example of how products and services can be socially responsible. Your product or service can also be socially responsible if a percentage of proceeds from its sale support a cause (such as “pink ribbon” products sold to support breast cancer research) or if it is made by a certain group of people (such a Read More

One of the challenges professional service firms face when starting a blog is consistently coming up with topics to write about. Back in September of 2008, I offered 5 tips to find topics to blog about. Here are three more... Read More

There are important legal considerations to keep in mind when buying a business. Read this guide to understand what you can expect, and what to look out for when you're in the market to purchase an existing business. Read More

When creating an employee benefits package for your small business, competing with huge companies may not be possible, but be sure you have the basics that employees expect. At least keep up with other small and growing businesses and what they provide employees. And think about some special perks you may be able to offer that set you apart. For more, read "Standard Benefit and Employment Package Read More