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You may be liable for credit card fraud at your point of sale
...cards to EMV chip debit cards is somewhat slower, expected to shift liability to ATM operators on October 1, 2016 for MasterCard and on October 1, 2017 for Visa. In the meantime, although we are past the October deadline, not all POS have been converted to the EMV standard. ...
Small Business FAQs
...icensing area directly for full instructions and next steps. How do I start an online business? When starting an online business, we suggest you treat it exactly the same as a brick and mortar business. You will need a business license at a minimum You will need to establish ...
Empowering Small Businesses: Alaska SBDC’s Guide to Robust Web Integration
...of various digital platforms to create a cohesive online experience. Learn more and get started with an Alaska SBDC Business Advisor today. Maximizing Online Sales and Marketing To help businesses thrive in the digital marketplace, the Alaska SBDC offers resources and workshops on online sales and ma...
We Need Your Feedback!
...We’re asking our small business owners to help us by taking this NY FED survey on your financing needs, choices and borrowing experiences. Please take a few minutes to complete the survey so we can better understand the funding needs of our state’s small businesses: http://nyfed.org/2e50ndB...
14 Steps to Reduce Bookkeeping Problems
...Tracking finances is critically important for every business. This tool offers tips on ways to avoid bookkeeping issues to avoid complications in the future. If you’d like assistance with your bookkeeping system or finding a qualified accounting professional please reach out to a Business Advisor....
New Online Portal for Filing Form 1099
...Form 1099 series information returns using a new online portal, available free from the IRS. Known as the Information Returns Intake System (IRIS), this free electronic filing service is secure, accurate and requires no special software. Though available to any business of any size, IRIS may be espe...
Toast of the Town
...ts just for the thrill of it – their plans are an exercise in experiential marketing that aims to develop a business and build valuable relationships. They put strategy first, specially tailoring their services to each individual client so that the final product is both entertaining and effective. To...
What’s Your Business Worth?
...useful for established businesses or those in the exit stage. It provides a comprehensive overview of your business’s value, considering various financial factors. Alaska SBDC Business Advisors will advise clients that these valuations are informal. Banks often conduct their own valuations based on t...
Financial Model Worksheets
...e Basic Financial Model worksheet is suitable for existing businesses and startups that do not require as elaborate a financial model to help crunch the numbers. The Advanced Financial Model worksheet is for use with Microsoft Excel only and is suitable for more detailed financial modeling, including...
Business Plan Outline
...ts into an easy-to-communicate format. Version 3: Extended This tool takes the business owners through a very in-depth review of their business operations. The outline is more thorough than the “Business Plan Outline – Simple” tool we offer and is a great resource for start-up business owners who wan...
SBA Launches New, Free Online Digital Learning Platform
...ls, overcome burdensome challenges and grow their existing business,” said Allen Gutierrez, Associate Administrator, Office of Entrepreneurial Development. “The launch of this useful and timely platform will provide women-owned small businesses the resources they need to start, grow, and expand their...