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Maine's Dry Spell: A Helping Hand for Businesses

January 13, 2026

Maine's recent drought left many businesses and nonprofits struggling. The federal government stepped in to help. They expanded disaster relief loans to more areas. York County and several New Hampshire counties are now included. Before, they were left out. The loans are for those hit hard by the dr

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Minnesota's Big Money Mess: What's Really Going On?

January 3, 2026

Minnesota is in hot water. The Small Business Administration (SBA) has put a freeze on nearly 7, 000 loans. Why? Because there's a big fraud scandal brewing. These loans, worth up to $400 million, were given out during the COVID-19 pandemic. The idea was to help small businesses, but it seems some p

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Smart Ways to Get a Business Loan

November 1, 2025

Running a small business is tough. There are many tasks to handle, like paying employees and sending bills to customers. Getting a loan can be even tougher. But did you know that smaller banks say yes to more loans than big ones? According to a recent report, small banks approve 82% of applications.

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Fraud Unmasked: The $25M COVID Relief Heist in LA

May 30, 2025

The Department of Justice (DOJ) recently revealed a significant fraud case involving COVID-19 relief funds. A total of 18 individuals were indicted, with 14 arrests made in the Los Angeles area. This group is accused of stealing over $25 million in COVID-19 relief funds and federal small business lo

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Where to Kickstart Your Business on a Budget

March 18, 2025

Starting a business is a big challenge. It is even more difficult when you have to deal with high costs. These costs include rent, labor, and taxes. Living near the coasts in the U. S. can make it even harder. This is because costs are generally higher in these areas. A recent study highlighted the

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Vice President Kamala Harris' Campaign Focuses on Empowering Black Men

October 15, 2024

Vice President Kamala Harris has rolled out a new plan aimed at supporting Black men across various aspects of life. This agenda, unveiled on Monday, includes measures to assist entrepreneurs, educators, and those involved in digital currencies. It also addresses health issues that disproportionatel

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The Rate Cuts Puzzle: What's Behind the Uncertainty?

September 18, 2024

The Federal Reserve is poised to make a crucial decision - cutting its key interest rate, which has been widely anticipated since the Covid-19 pandemic. The rate cut serves as a benchmark for borrowing costs across the economy, and investors are eagerly waiting to see how big the cut will be. While

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Will the Federal Reserve's Interest Rate Cuts Bring a Soft Landing?

September 17, 2024

The Federal Reserve is on the verge of announcing a series of interest rate cuts, which could have a significant impact on the economy. The decision to cut rates comes after a long period of steady increases, which had left borrowing expensive and made it difficult for consumers and businesses to in

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Daddy's Little Money Machine: Unpacking the Truth Behind Trump's Inheritance

September 10, 2024

Donald Trump has often painted a picture of himself as a self-made billionaire, bootstrapping his way to the top. But what if the story's a little more complicated than that? Trump frequently claims his father, Fred Trump, gave him a small loan of $1 million to kickstart his business career. This na

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Spiro's Deli Gets a Village Boost: But at What Cost?

September 6, 2024

Spiro's Deli, a Glenview institution since 1962, is packing its lunchboxes and heading downtown! The village is shelling out $595,000 to help them move and build a spiffy new spot. Sounds great, right? But hold your horses, folks. Let's take a closer look at this deal. Who benefits? The village cla