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Small-business owners are optimistic, but are they realistic?

(This column originally appeared in The Washington Times) As we head into 2025, small businesses seem optimistic — at least according to some recent reports. Surveys…

Gene MarksDecember 31, 2024

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10 ways businesses should prepare for 2025 tax Armageddon

(This column originally appeared in The Washington Times) Webster’s dictionary defines “Armageddon” as “the site or time of a final and conclusive battle between the forces…

Gene MarksDecember 10, 2024

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American Airlines cracks down on queue jumpers

(This column originally appeared in The Washington Times) As a professional speaker and financial consultant, I travel more than 60 times per year. My go-to airline…

Gene MarksNovember 6, 2024

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Small-business taxes would almost double under Harris admin

(This column originally appeared in The Washington Times) Small-business owners face a tough choice this election year. But one thing is for sure: if Vice President Kamala…

Gene MarksOctober 10, 2024

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Small businesses to thrive under Trump

(This column originally appeared in The Washington Times) If former President Donald Trump is elected again, hiring and retaining employees will become more affordable, particularly for small businesses.…

Gene MarksAugust 9, 2024

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It’s Jill Biden’s Fault

(This column originally appeared in Washington Times) When an executive is asked to move to another city, what do they usually do before making that decision?…

Gene MarksJuly 6, 2024

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What really happens If the U.S. can’t pay its bills?

(This column originally appeared in The Washington Times) When you run a business, you’re constantly trying to look ahead. You make decisions now on hiring, spending…

Gene MarksJune 28, 2024

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Restaurant owners indicate stronger support for Trump

(This column originally appeared in The Washington Times) A recent informal poll at a National Restaurant Association conference revealed this bit of non-news: By a 2-to-1 margin, the…

Gene MarksMay 14, 2024

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Minimum wage: What’s the right number?

(This column originally appeared in The Washington Times) This month, California’s minimum wage for fast-food workers will increase from $16 to $20 per hour.…

Gene MarksApril 1, 2024

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As an accountant, I love the proposed taxes on unrealized gains

(This column originally appeared in The Washington Times) Congratulate me. I just got good news. Recent reports say that the state of Vermont is…

Gene MarksFebruary 28, 2024