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On Maryland’s new health exchange, low premiums for small businesses
However, the state’s marketplace for small employers will open three months behind schedule, delaying access to tax credits for some firms.
THE LATEST NEWS
OSB HEADLINES
D.C. entrepreneurs eyeing SEC rule change
Since 1933, entrepreneurs have not been allowed to solicit investors when raising capital. Soon, that changes.
Start-up predicting government’s next move
Company is making an unusual move for a young tech firm — moving from Silicon Valley to the D.C. region.
On Main Street, hiring plans hit new high
Some economists question whether employers will actually follow through on their forecasts, though.
Obamacare scammers target employers
Crooks in several states are aiming to cash in on lingering confusion over the health care overhaul.
Small firms add 71,000 jobs in August
The continued growth suggests employers are not being sidetracked by uncertainties in Washington.
Angel investors eyeing an uptick in 2014
Most start-up investors plan to boost the dollars they spend, especially in health care and mobile ventures.
Coping with rising health care costs
Small employers have found a way to withstand the added costs — by passing them along to employees.
Can crowdfunding fill capital void?
Some are concerned new regulations meant to protect investors will water down the impact of the JOBS Act.
THE ROUNDUP
Small business weekly: A sudden surge in hiring plans on Main Street
A rundown of the biggest small business stories this past week.
SMALL BUSINESS ADVICE
Navigating new health care regulations
On Monday, new rules take effect that hold more companies accountable for protecting private health information.
The secret to the investor pitch
Mark Cuban and other renowned investors share the important do’s and don’t’s of pitching a startup.
How to compete for top talent
A staffing expert offers an array of suggestions to help small business owners recruit the very best.
A beginner’s guide to exporting
One small business executive shares four tips that helped his company expand its reach to 70 countries.
How to turn workers into hackers
One executive says hackers make the best employees. Here’s how to take advantage at your company.
Start thinking like a big company
Sometimes, adopting the mindset of a larger company can help your small business become one quicker.
On the other side of the pitch
One expert offers his tips for business owners who find themselves fielding their own investment requests.
Business owners, avoid burnout
One expert offers a series of tips to help small business owners get the very most out of their time.
COMMENTARY & OPINIONS
Why I moved my start-up to Canada
An entrepreneur explains why our northern neighbor made a better home for his new venture.
On its own, E-Verify too burdensome
Three employers explain why the system should be mandated only if part of a broader immigration deal.
OSB MEDIA GALLERIES
EDITOR'S CHOICE
A corner cafe, crippled by health-care uncertainty
Owner Jody Manor has big plans for his cafe and catering company, but looming health-care changes are holding him back.
Adapting on the fly to new crowdfunding laws
One crowdfunding platform is keeping close tabs on the latest SEC proposals and adjusting its business plan accordingly.
Campaign for immigration reform gains momentum
Entrepreneurs are shifting attention toward a comprehensive deal rather than the smaller, targeted proposals.
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