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3 Unique Farming Business Activities That Require Business Licenses and Permits
November 14, 2019, Deborah Sweeney
There’s no one-size-fits-all approach to filing business licenses and permits, particularly for farming and agricultural businesses.
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Benefits of Buying a Franchise
November 13, 2019
One can start a business from scratch, buy an existing one or become a franchisee. Is franchising a good option for you?
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What Every Startup Can Learn from Silicon Valley Success Stories
November 12, 2019, Rieva Lesonsky
Experts have tried to determine the “secret sauce” that makes Silicon Valley such fertile ground for startups. Can your small business learn that secret sauce?
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Are Small Businesses Still Popular with Americans?
November 7, 2019, Bridget Weston
SCORE’s latest infographic, sponsored by Nav, discusses how much Americans still value small businesses and how they show their appreciation for them.
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As 2019 Becomes 2020…What are the Top Franchise Types & Trends?
November 5, 2019
What were the top franchise categories and trends this year? The International Franchise Association and Franchising Media Group can provide an outlook.