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The ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ may create big ugly problems for small businesses

(This column originally appeared in the Inquirer) The budget reconciliation legislation, otherwise known as the “Big Beautiful Bill,” that was signed into law by President Donald Trump contains…

Gene MarksJuly 8, 2025

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As DOGE cuts take effect, Philly-area small nonprofits are trying to adapt

(This column originally appeared in the Inquirer) Many small nonprofit organizations in the Philadelphia region have traditionally received federal funding to help their operations, and they’ve…

Gene MarksJuly 1, 2025

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How a bonded warehouse can help lower tariff costs for small businesses

(This column originally appeared in the Inquirer) It’s no secret that the Trump Administration’s back-and-forth tariff policies have created significant challenges for businesses that rely on…

Gene MarksJune 17, 2025

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How Philadelphia’s LGBTQ-owned companies thrive: Tips from local small business leaders

(This column originally appeared in the Inquirer) Ashraf Khalil, the owner of iCreate Cafe in Pottstown, flies a rainbow flag outside the business as a clear message: “You’re…

Gene MarksJune 11, 2025

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This retirement plan option is growing in popularity with small businesses

(This column originally appeared in the Inquirer) There’s a new retirement plan option that’s growing with small businesses. It’s called a pooled employer plan or PEP.…

Gene MarksJune 3, 2025

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What’s in the new tax bill for small businesses

(This column originally appeared in the Inquirer) The GOP’s “Big Beautiful Bill” is working its way through Congress, and small business owners should be paying attention.…

Gene MarksMay 28, 2025

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These Philly-area small businesses are worried about the impact of tariffs

(This column originally appeared in The Inquirer) While we wait to see the resolution of President Donald Trump’s tariff demands on the European Union, Canada, Mexico, China…

Gene MarksMay 20, 2025

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A few hidden programs many Pennsylvania small businesses should be using in 2025

(This column originally appeared in the Inquirer) Back in February, Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro’s administration announced that it spent “more than $1 billion with small, small diverse, and veteran-owned…

Gene MarksApril 29, 2025

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New DEI rules are creating confusion. Here’s what to do.

(This column originally appeared in the Inquirer) In January President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14173, titled “Ending Illegal Discrimination and Restoring Merit-Based Opportunity” which created a new set…

Gene MarksApril 23, 2025

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Small-business owners face an uncertain economic future

(This column originally appeared in the Philadelphia Inquirer) There’s been a lot of speculating how President Donald Trump ‘s economic policies will impact the nation’s…

Gene MarksApril 15, 2025