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We’re just over a month away from the MLB playoffs, and this year (like every year) has had its share of sketchy calls that fans and players have been unhappy about. While not everyone’s favorite summer pastime (the sports season that never ends still has more...

I suppose there’s never been an easy time to be in business. It’s tempting to look at the current economic situation and cite all the things working against business owners right now. And Google helps with that... My internet search this morning lent me the...

Remember three years ago when you depended on Zoom for work meetings and virtual schooling for your kids? While you’re probably really grateful the second one isn’t a reality anymore, the first one still had its appeal (unless something like this...

This year has been a less-than-fun rollercoaster in the world of finance.Well, good news on that front — no more recession bogeyman lurking under the bed, at least that’s what the Fed declared as they raised rates again last week. Doesn’t mean more interest rate...

Raise your hand if you or your workers, in any way, still work remotely post-pandemic. It’s a common enough reality — maybe more so now even than 2020. Working in sweatpants from the comfort of your East Weymouth home is infinitely better than dress shoes and...

Did you see the Barbie movie or Oppenheimer this weekend? Or jump in with the 200,000 other Barbenheimers and see both?In case you didn’t, your social media feed likely filled you in on what you missed (or didn’t, depending on your view of these things).What a weekend...

Though things might be tight economically for your East Weymouth business, keep in mind, cutting corners can become a real issue.Take for example fake reviews that are so pervasive online. Some business owners are tempted to buy reviews to get their product or service...

There’s this comparative analogy about what makes something American that people like to use: “as American as apple pie.” But, I kind of think we should update that comparison to “as American as starting a small business.” Not as catchy, I know (or as yummy)....

We’re nearing June 30 (the mid-year marker), which is a very smart time to move into a different gear in examining your business’s financial situation.Because, like the good business owner that you are, I'm sure you kicked off Q1 with a bunch of exciting goals and...

Although it’s a relatively new federal holiday, Juneteenth carries with it a weighty significance.In the official declaration via the Emancipation Proclamation, Abraham Lincoln wrote:“I do order and declare that all persons held as slaves within said designated...

I’ve talked to you before about the ERC scams running rampant and how to steer clear of them, but there’s a recent update worth mentioning:They’re also partially responsible for the IRS’s delay in issuing ERC refunds — especially for small businesses.And funds...

Ever feel like the whole world is taking a summer vacation except you?That’s real: Small business owners can’t always afford to step away from the helm to take those long, glorious vacations you see on social media (maybe beach and Europe photos are already popping up...