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Lawmakers, in rare show of unity, pass small business bill
In a rare display of election-year bipartisanship, the House of Representatives voted overwhelmingly on Thursday to make it easier for small businesses, the engine of the economy, to raise capital and eventually hire workers.
SMALL FIRMS SAY CAPTIVE TO CREDIT CARD CHANGES
Business credit cards were a big help for Doris McMillon's communications consulting business, allowing her to buy supplies for workshops and coaching sessions weeks before her clients paid her.
Businesses Seek Cut of Carbon Tax to $10
Business leaders in Australia are seeking a drastic cut in the carbon tax to just $10 from the $23 per tonne scheduled to be collected beginning July 1, 2012. Their $10 proposal is close to the carbon price in the European Union.
Deutsche Bank Borrows $6 to $13 Billion from ECB on LTRO
Deutsche Bank has taken 5-10 billion euros ($6.6-$13.3 billion), of the European Central Bank's (ECB) long-term refinancing operation (LTRO), which offers three-year loans to banks at a rate of 1 percent according to a report.
H&R Block Review
H&R Block is a tax preparation company in the United States, claiming more than 24.5 million tax returns prepared worldwide, with offices in Canada, Australia and Brazil. TheKansas City-based company also offers banking, personal finance and business consulting services.
Denny's Corporation to Present at the 24th Annual ROTH Conference
SPARTANBURG, S.C.(BUSINESS WIRE) --Denny's Corporation (NASDAQ: DENN) today announced that the Company will be presenting at the 24th Annual ROTH Conference at the Ritz-Carlton in Laguna Niguel, CA on Tuesday, March 13, 2012. The presentation will begin at 3:00 PM Pacific time (6:00 PM Eastern time).
Servpro Franchise Review[VIDEO]
Servpro Industries, Inc. is a franchisor for more than 1,500 fire and water cleanup and restoration franchises in 48 states in the USA. The company is headquartered in Gallatin, Tennessee. Servpro franchises offer a range of residential and commercial cleaning and restoration services, including carpet cleaning, hardwood floors, HVAC systems, upholstery and more.
Starbucks First European Concept Store to Open in Amsterdam
Starbucks (NASDAQ: SBUX) proudly announces the opening of its first concept store in Europe in the center of Amsterdam on Friday, March 9. The store is located in the vault of the historic Amsterdamsche Bank, a landmark building on Amsterdam's famous Rembrandt Square. Spanning 430 square meters (4,50o sqf), it is the largest Starbucks store in Europe. With its radical design departure and 'Slow' Coffee Theatre, it offers a new experience for coffee, design and food innovation.
Hampton Hotels-Franchise Review
In early 2004, Hampton Inn kicked off a $100 million renovation of the entire brand entitled "Make it Hampton". Hampton was the brand's response to similar renovations by competitors, it was the first renovation of its kind to focus on a higher volume of updates.
Lenders Bet on Franchising in Las Vegas
Speaking to a packed room of nearly 300 franchise leaders at the annual Franchise Times Franchise Finance Conference in Las Vegas, U.S. Bank SBA Division President Julie Huston said Tuesday the IFA's Credit Access Campaign has been a "gamechanger," positioning the industry for significant growth as banks begin to expand lending after three years of stagnation. "I would give the industry an A for the way you have addressed this problem." Huston, whose franchise lending career has included wo...
Franchising Regulation Overview
There is no doubt about it. Putting your money in a franchise is an active investment as contrasted with a securities investment which is passive. Franchisees often place their life savings, time, and energy into the franchise and, as a result, the loss of a franchise investment may be even more catastrophic than the loss of a securities investment.
Unishippers Ranks #40 in Franchise Business Review's Top 50 Franchises
Salt Lake City-Ogden, UT - Unishippers Global Logistics, LLC, the nation's first and one of the largest small package and freight shipping resellers, announced it's ranking of No.40 in the more than 200 units category on the Franchise Business Reviews prestigious 2012 Top 50 franchises list.
International Franchise Expo Moving to NYC
After spending the last 20 years in the Nation's Capital, the International Franchise Expo is heading to the business capital of the world - New York City.
ECB Keeps Interest Rates The Same: 1.0%
The European Central Bank held interest rates at 1.0 percent for the third month running on Thursday, pausing to assess the impact of a dramatic sweep of measures that has unsettled some at the bank.
Gaining finance for a franchise
For any new business there are several options for acquiring finance, however, the preferred option for larger levels of finance tends to be bank loans - this is no different for franchising. Before thinking about approaching a bank, you need to build a comprehensive business plan to allow the bank to judge the viability of the business.
Dunkin’ Donuts Is Number One in Coffee Customer Loyalty for Sixth Straight Year
Canton, MA In the highly competitive U.S. coffee market,Dunkin' Donuts is once again distinguished for brewing a superior guest experience.For the sixth straight year, Dunkin' Donuts, America's all-day, everyday stop for coffee and baked goods, has been recognized by the Brand Keys Customer Loyalty Engagement Index as number one in customer loyalty in the coffee category.
WSI Internet Franchise Announces a New Regional Master Franchise Office in Paris, France
WSI, the world's #1 Internet franchise, has just announced the opening of a new Regional Master Franchise office in Paris, France. Operated by Jean-Francois Baudrais, the office will concentrate on delivering world class online solutions to small and medium sized businesses in the region, including Hauts de Siene, Yvelines, and Essone.
From Humble Handwritten Beginnings to More than $3 Billion in Annual Savings Each Year, the Coupon Proves Its Worth; Receives Long Overdue Part
LARGO, Fla., March 8, 2012 // PRNewswire // -- Today more than ever before, consumers love savings, and businesses are using deals and discounts to drive their bottom line. The coupon turns 125 years old this year, and to commemorate the birthday, Valpak®, the 44-year-old savings and direct marketing leader, is throwing a "virtual party" celebrating their love of all things thrifty with a $5,000 Facebook sweepstakes, and expert advice to help consumers save money in today's digital age, inclu...
Advantages and disadvantages of franchising your business
Franchising offers many advantages as a method of expanding your business, but you must also consider the disadvantages of this business model.
Share What You Expect from Annual Budget 2012-13
Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee will present the annual budget in parliament on March 16. The Direct Taxes Code (DTC) will be in focus this year. What is your budget wishlist for this year?
Reports And A Rumor Lift Stocks, Euro, Commodities: Daily Markets Wrap
A decent U.S. jobs report, a report the Fed is considering a new kind of money printing and an upbeat mood swing on Greece lifted stocks, the euro and commodities on Wednesday.
iPad HD Release: Why Apple Won't Live Stream The Launch Event
Today is the big day for Apple fans, and for all of those following the news about an "iPad 3," or, more likely, an "iPad HD." However, if you're looking for a live stream from San Francisco's Yerba Buena Center for the Arts, you might want to stop looking.
Is Rush Limbaugh Winning? Protesting Advertisers See Stock-Price Slide, Buying Opportunity?
At least 29 sponsors have pulled their support from Rush Limbaugh’s radio program--and now it looks like they’re paying the price.
GDC 2012: New 'SimCity 5' Game Coming in 2013 [TRAILER VIDEO]
As GDC 2012 continues, a new "SimCity 5" game unveiled with a trailer video Tuesday by EA Maxis, and due to come out in 2013, has been one of the most significant announcements so far.
Unleashing the Power of Your People with Internal Franchise
Business leaders are looking for a new edge. Their companies may be just barely alive, having made cuts they never thought they would have to make. The workers have been beaten down and overworked. The energy, the buzz, and satisfaction are dead. Why not turn to Internal Franchise, advises management consultant and author Martin O’Neill.
Value investment and Market timing: Opportunities in times of crises
Luminary 'small-cap king' Dr Tan Chong Koay sees opportunities in crises. He has held senior positions across some of Malaysia's key financial institutions, including the Arab-Malaysian Merchant Bank (AMMB), now AmInvestment Bank Bhd where he developed and launched Arab-Malaysia Gilts - the first unit trust in Malaysia to invest solely in government and bank-backed securities.
To succeed in life and business, adapt and fail productively
Over-simplification of the innately complex that perpetuates some of the most pressing social, economic and political problems that confronts us today, according Tim Harford, author of The Undercover Economist, Adapt.
Allen Stanford Trial: Billionaire Ponzi Schemer Found Guilty of Fraud
A Texas jury found Allen Stanford, Texan financier, multi-billionaire and cricket mogul, guilty of $7 billion fraud Tuesday.
The New iPad Release Date March 16, 2012; Pre-Order at Apple Store Online Now
Apple’s third-generation iPad, formally known as the new iPad, will officially go on sale March 16, 2012, around the world. This will be Apple’s biggest roll-out ever. Apple will release the new iPad in brick and mortar stores as well as on its online store on that date but pre-order online at the Apple store start Wednesday.
World Sugar Prices Fall as Peru Divests from Nation's Mills
Peru's government will complete divesting itself from the country's sugar mill industry, completing the change in agrarian policy in the country started in 1997 and marking the end of government involvement that sector has seen since 1969, according to Bloomberg News. The development is expected to help boost sugar production in the country and, consequently, send world sugar prices down.
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