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Small Business Credit Card Rates Hiked and Limits Slashed; Prospects for Reform?
By Caleb Groos | Last updated on
Many small businesses have recently had their credit card interest rates hiked and/or their credit limits slashed. At the same time, more business owners have...
L.A. to Open Small Business Office; City Offices and SBDCs Can Help Navigate Starting Up
By Caleb Groos | Last updated on
In July, Los Angeles will open the doors of its Office of Small, Local and Disadvantaged Business. The new city office will help small businesses navigate...
DOJ Antitrust Enforcement to Return; New Approach to Bundling and Predatory Pricing?
By Caleb Groos | Last updated on
The Department of Justice (DOJ) announced today a return to more strict enforcement of federal antitrust laws. As described in a DOJ press release, the move...
Oprah, KFC Coupons and Franchise Agreements
By Caleb Groos | Last updated on
Tuesday, Oprah offered coupons for free KFC grilled chicken meals on her show's website. Chaos ensued. The website couldn't handle all the downloads. KFC...
Line of Credit Agreements: Beware the Fine Print; JPMorgan Chase Suspends Small Biz Credit
By Caleb Groos | Last updated on
Since March, JPMorgan Chase (Chase) has been suspending the lines of credit of thousands of small businesses. This includes businesses who missed no payments....
Kangaroo Shoes, Python Handbags, Foie Gras and State Level Product Bans
By Caleb Groos | Last updated on
Apparently, handbags made of python skin have been all the rage for a while now. And also soccer shoes made of kangaroo. But be careful if you want to sell...