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Are Trump’s new federal IRAs good for small businesses?

(This column originally appeared in the Philadelphia Inquirer) More than 56 million workers, including self-employed people, lack access to retirement plans, according to AARP. In…

Gene MarksMay 6, 2026

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How these local entrepreneurs beat the odds when starting a business

(This column originally appeared in the Inquirer) Starting a business is hard, and most fail. But a handful of local entrepreneurs are beating the odds. They’re…

Gene MarksApril 28, 2026

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Cybercrime is rising. Here’s how to protect your business

(This column originally appeared in the Inquirer) Cybercrime losses amounted to almost $21 billion last year, reflecting a 26% increase from 2024, the FBI recently reported. The…

Gene MarksApril 21, 2026

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Which PTO policy is right for your business? Local companies offer clues

(This column originally appeared in the Inquirer) In today’s competitive labor market, offering the right paid time off (PTO) policy can be one of the most…

Gene MarksApril 15, 2026

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Energy prices are up. These smart moves can help your business save money

(This column originally appeared in the Inquirer) The price for a gallon of gas in Pennsylvania has risen from $3.41 to $4.15 in just the past year, and…

Gene MarksApril 7, 2026

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Where local small-business owners are actually finding talent

(This column originally appeared in the Inquirer) Despite a slowing economy and a softening job market, most small-business owners I know are always looking for talent…

Gene MarksMarch 31, 2026

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A huge new tax break for start-ups just got even bigger

(This column originally appeared in the Inquirer) Want to save a lot of money on taxes? Then make sure the shares in your business can be…

Gene MarksMarch 24, 2026

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As health insurance prices climb, HRAs offer small businesses a flexible option

(This column originally appeared in the Inquirer) Finding and retaining employees remains a top concern among small-business owners, and offering affordable healthcare benefits continues to be…

Gene MarksMarch 17, 2026

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Local small businesses are also struggling with affordability. Here’s how they’re coping.

(This column originally appeared in the Inquirer) Many small- and midsize-business owners don’t think the economy is booming. In a recent survey of 800 small- and midsize-business owners…

Gene MarksMarch 10, 2026

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Workplace discrimination remains an important issue for employers. Here’s how to protect yourself

(This column originally appeared in the Inquirer) Workplace discrimination guidelines have been changing under President Donald Trump’s administration. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has been rolling back…

Gene MarksMarch 3, 2026