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  • Kristen and Eric Meeter, Owners of Pressed, At Their Small Business in Spencer, Iowa
    Growing Business, Customer Stories

    Q&A Session With Pressed: A Hand-Stamped Jewelry Success Story

    by: Paul Daniels
  • Woman in clothing shop in front of laptop
    Women in Business

    Growth Strategies for Women Entrepreneurs

    by: Jill Thielen

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  • Small Business Tax Tips: A Guide for Tax Planning and Filing
    Small Business Owner Follows Tax Tips
    Startup Business

    Small Business Tax Tips: A Guide for Tax Planning and Filing

    Navigate small business taxes with these tips on deductions, bonus depreciation, Section 179, C-Corps & S-Corps. Optimize your business tax filing & planning.
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  • SBA Loans for Professional Practices
    Image of a Business Interior
    Startup Business

    SBA Loans for Professional Practices

    By: Brenda Gibson
    If you own a professional practice an SBA loan is an excellent way to gain the financial support you need. Learn how SBA loans work and the benefits they provide to small business owners.
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  • Starting a Small Business: Frequently Asked Questions
    Small business Owner Welcoming Customers with an Open Sign on the Door
    Startup Business

    Starting a Small Business: Frequently Asked Questions

    By: Jed Jensen
    Get insights from our commercial bankers and discover how to start a small business. Our FAQs and answers will set you on the right path to success.
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  • Decoding SBA Loan Approval: Key Factors Financial Institutions Consider for Small Businesses
    A Female Small Business Owner Meeting With A Community Banker To Sign A Small Business Loan
    Startup Business

    Decoding SBA Loan Approval: Key Factors Financial Institutions Consider for Small Businesses

    By: Lisa Maas
    SBA loan approval involves a strong credit history, a comprehensive business plan and collateral. Learn more.
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  • Turn Your Vision Into Reality: Navigate Small Business Startup Financing Options With Confidence
    A Male Small Business Owner Researching Startup Financing Options
    Startup Business

    Turn Your Vision Into Reality: Navigate Small Business Startup Financing Options With Confidence

    Securing startup funding is a crucial step for new businesses. Explore diverse financing options to help on your small business journey.
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  • Taylored Expressions Customer Story
    Image of Taylor Van Bruggen Taylored Expressions
    Customer Stories, Startup Business

    Taylored Expressions Customer Story

    Taylor Van Bruggen wanted to spread joy by making handmade cards. So, she decided to launch her own business. Learn more.
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  • How Start A Franchise: Beginner's Guide
    A couple of franchise owners standing in front of door
    Startup Business

    How Start A Franchise: Beginner's Guide

    By: Cara Treybal
  • Small Business Online Payment Options
    Woman Looking at Computer with Boxes in Background
    Startup Business

    Small Business Online Payment Options

    Online shopping isn't just for large businesses anymore. There are an increasing number of affordable online payment options creating efficiencies for small businesses and providing convenience to their customers.
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  • Start and Grow Your Small Business With a Working Capital Loan
    Image of Business Folks Working at a Desk
    Startup Business

    Start and Grow Your Small Business With a Working Capital Loan

    By: Clay Baker
    Learn how a working capital loan can help your small business start up or expand by maintaining cash flow.
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