New Address?

Looking for a new location for your business? Why not try London, Moscow, or NYC for a change? With “Most retail property markets experiencing reduced demand from retailers and an increase in the number of vacant unites, which is in turn affecting rents,’ says Nick Axford, head of research in Europe for CB Richard Ellis” now is the time to get that prime location. Rents have decreased anywhere from 10% in NYC to more than 37% in Buenos Aires, why not start looking around your neighborhood to see what kind of a deal you can get!

Online Marketing for Small Businesses

One of the easiest and cost effective ways to market a small business is to use the internet. This is easier said than done, since this can be a bit overwhelming.

To start out with Steve Strauss from USA Today states "there are two essential things you must do":

1. Create content: commit to creating content regularly and putting it online

2. Market that content: blog, distribute Press Releases, post pictures on your website, ect.

If you follow these two simple rules, you will not only start to understand the complex world of online marketing but you will also start to enjoy it.

Perfect time to start a business

Do you have the perfect idea for a small business but are not sure if your out of the box thinking is what you should be acting on right now? According to the Richmond Times-Dispatch "experts say now's the time. Not only is there less competition, but also now more than ever, there's room for new ideas." So sit down and think your idea through and if you believe it's time to take it to the next step, than start shopping!

Inflation is not the Problem!

Many are worried that the Federal Reserve is printing too much money, that their businesses will not be worth much after all the dust settles. But, the Federal Reserve announced today, "recession is easing, but the economy likely will remain weak and keep a lid on inflation." This is good news for small business owners as they can now budget correctly for operation costs without the fear of inflation!

Small Business Administration (SBA) boosts lending

As of June 15th the SBA has taken steps to help small business owners who have been hit hard during this economic crisis. According to The Business Review "The SBA began accepting applications for emergency bridge loans of up to $35,000. Small businesses can use these loans, which were created by the economic stimulus bill, to make up to six months of payments on existing debt." The SBA will allow a year, after the last disbursement, before loan payment begin, giving small business owners the small breather, some desperately need

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