Farmers State Bank leaders emphasize continuity, local control in pending $28.3M sale

As Farmers State Bank prepares to join a larger regional banking company, leaders on both sides of the deal are emphasizing a consistent message: for customers in Cameron, the day-to-day experience …

Report: 82% of new small businesses have insurance, but many SMBs remain at risk

ERGO NEXT reports that 82% of new small businesses have insurance, yet 73% remain underinsured, often due to cost, confusion, and compliance issues.

Does AI belong in the dinner rush? Restaurant operators are finding out

Toast reports that AI is transforming restaurant operations by providing real-time insights, with 30% of inquiries focused on sales and 62% on discount tracking during peak hours.

Your Car Insurance Doesn't Cover What You Think It Does

(NewsUSA) - You have car insurance, pay your premiums and assume you're protected if an accident happens. But what if the coverage you rely on isn't enough to pay for a serious injury?For many …

5 Insurance Company Tactics That Could Shrink Your Injury Claim

(NewsUSA) - After a car crash, dealing with injuries, medical appointments and vehicle repairs can be overwhelming enough. Then comes another challenge: dealing with insurance companies.While …

How permanent daylight saving time could affect small businesses

Rocket Lawyer reports on the potential impact of permanent daylight saving time on small businesses, highlighting how it could affect customer spending and operational challenges.

5 checks to guard your small business against invoice fraud

Xero reports five checks to help small businesses prevent invoice fraud, including three-way matches, search for duplicates, approval limits, ACH payments, and organized vendor records.

6 things to settle with your bookkeeper before connecting a CRM to QuickBooks

Nutshell reports that integrating CRM with QuickBooks requires alignment between accounting and sales teams.

The tax bill you inherit: How acquisitions pass unpaid sales tax to the buyer

Anrok reports on how buyers inherit unpaid sales tax through successor liability, stressing the need for thorough diligence and tax clearance procedures before acquisitions.

Getting AI-driven business intelligence to do real work for your retail store

Rapid POS reports on leveraging AI-driven business intelligence in retail to analyze sales and customer data, aiding inventory forecasting and decision-making.

What payroll can tell you about your business

ADP reports that small business owners should analyze payroll data to understand labor costs and staffing needs better, allowing for informed hiring decisions.

How Constitutionalism paved the way for free markets

The Dispatch reports on the history of how American Constitutionalism helped foster free markets.

27 small business ideas for women (and how to get started)

Intuit QuickBooks reports 27 small business ideas for women, emphasizing the importance of aligning choices with skills, interests, and budget to achieve success.

How does surface preparation impact coating adhesion?

10X Engineered Materials reports that effective surface preparation is crucial for coating adhesion, impacting durability and performance.

How to reduce finance tool sprawl in an early-stage company

Mercury reports that early-stage companies struggle with finance tool sprawl, which adds complexity and costs, and recommends consolidating financial workflows to streamline operations.

How to manage the accounts receivable process step by step

Ramp reports that the accounts receivable (AR) process is crucial for tracking customer payments and ensuring steady cash flow, enabling timely operations and growth.

EU Medical Device Regulation requirements for all device types, explained

Kiwa | NQA reports that the EU MDR classifies medical devices into four risk categories, outlining compliance requirements and the role of notified bodies for certification.

What is conversational commerce? Examples and use cases

Quiq reports that conversational commerce blends messaging and shopping, allowing real-time interactions for browsing, purchasing, and personalized support via AI and messaging apps.

5 steps small retailers can use to handle accounts payable during the holiday stock-up

Xero reports five steps for small retailers to manage accounts payable during the holiday stock-up, emphasizing supplier terms, cash flow, and fraud prevention.

The companies spending millions to reach you through podcasts

Floodlight reports that top podcast advertisers spent $41.1 million in September 2026, driven by betting apps and ChatGPT, marking a 20.9% increase from August.

9 holiday retail planning tips to help boost small business sales

ERGO NEXT reports on 9 holiday retail planning tips for small businesses, emphasizing careful inventory management, customer engagement, and efficient fulfillment to boost sales.

What makes a corporate gift actually good? For 94% of employees, it’s one that feels personal

Custom Ink reports that 94% of employees prefer personalized corporate gifts.

15 domain name tips from business owners who got it right

Wix reports that choosing the right domain name is crucial for branding. Key tips include keeping names short, memorable, and aligned with your business.

Companies spend six figures on AI. A third of employees don't know what it costs

Zapier reports that companies are significantly investing in AI, with 52% spending over $100K monthly, yet a third of employees are unaware of these costs.

A return doesn’t have to cost you the sale

ShipStation reports that a return can reinforce customer loyalty if handled well.

76% of SMB owners are automating work. The next step is making sure they're doing it safely.

Zapier reports that 76% of SMB owners are automating work, but many lack proper governance, adding that effective planning and policies are crucial for safe AI use.

China-US ocean freight rates hold steady as post-holiday space tightens

Freight Right reports China-U.S. ocean freight rates remain steady amid tighter post-holiday space, while air freight prices have surged due to increased demand and reduced capacity.

7 year-end strategies small businesses are using to prep for tax season

1-800Accountant reports seven year-end strategies small businesses should use for tax prep, including reconciling books, managing mileage logs, and timing equipment purchases.

Hiring for the holidays? Don’t do it without reading these 7 tips first

ERGO NEXT reports on hiring seasonal employees for the holidays, offering 7 key tips to ensure effective staffing, training, and business protection measures.

Study crowns the best cities for small businesses in 2026

Bluevine reports the best U.S. cities for small businesses in 2026, with Colorado Springs topping the list, followed by Denver and Raleigh.

States where car wash businesses are growing the fastest

Way reports that the car wash industry is booming, expected to grow from $16.3 billion in 2025 to $20.7 billion by 2033, driven by demand and private equity interest.

Small businesses are set to capture a record $118 billion this holiday season

Intuit QuickBooks reports small businesses are set to capture $118 billion this holiday season, with consumers planning to spend $278 billion, highlighting a rise in support for small businesses amid varying shopper concerns.

A step-by-step guide to automating expense reporting

BILL reports that automating expense reporting streamlines financial processes, captures spending at purchase, and enforces policies in real-time, boosting efficiency.