Tagged: Small Business

Small Businesses Weigh Banking Options Amid Bank Turmoil

Small Businesses Weigh Banking Options Amid Bank Turmoil

Banking & Finance

Experts say it's probably a good idea for small businesses to diversify funds and make sure they're in close contact with their banker, but emphasized that in the short term their bank accounts are safe because regulators have shown they're willing to step in when needed. read more >

Debt, Expenses Stress Lower Income Households

Debt, Expenses Stress Lower Income Households

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About half of U.S. adults in households earning less than $60,000 annually and about 4 in 10 of those in households earning $60,000 to $100,000 say they're very stressed by their personal finances. read more >

Affirmative Action Bill Hits Snag in House

Affirmative Action Bill Hits Snag in House

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A bill to end affirmative action in education hiring and outlaw state goals for steering procurement contracts to minority- and women-owned businesses in Arkansas narrowly passed in the Senate before stalling in the House. read more >

Christian Pennington Joins SBA Office in Little Rock

Christian Pennington Joins SBA Office in Little Rock

Banking & Finance

In his new role, Pennington will conduct training and familiarize potential new and existing banks with SBA loan programs and offerings to ensure small businesses are able to access the money they need to start, grow and expand. read more >