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Inflation Slows in July, But Can the Inflation Reduction Act Further the Trend?

Inflation data came out this morning for July, and everyone concerned about soaring consumer prices might have breathed a small sigh of relief. CNN reports: Runaway inflation took a breather […]

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Housing Market Data is Not as Rosy as Some Think

We keep expecting a housing bubble to look like it did in 2008. It won’t… but that doesn’t mean it’s not coming.

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How the Current Economic Climate Could Spur a Different Kind of Recession

Are we entering a recession? In theory, the current climate affords those looking to start a business with opportunities. But risk tolerance and available risk capital (especially with tightening lending standards) plays a role here, too.

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Job Reports Beat our Expectations of Unemployment Rates, but What Should We Expect Next?

The stock market is down, inflation is soaring, housing is tumbling, but unemployment is not looking all that scary. What should we expect next from this?

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Assembling the Right Transaction Team: Tips for Selling Your Company Successfully

The key to a successful business sale is assembling the right transaction team. A business sale goes smoothly when everyone’s interests align and the right transaction team comes together.

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Free Tuition Won’t Fix Community Colleges—Or Help Students

President Biden’s proposal for free tuition at community college sounds good on paper, but American education requires much greater reform.

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Eight Reasons Why Blockchain Technology Won’t Be Stopped (And Shouldn’t)

Blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies offer disruptive—but secure—ways of using currency, making payments and documenting contracts.

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The New Normal and the Importance of Trade Credit

The demand for trade credit insurance won’t go back to pre-COVID norms. Learn the importance of trade credit for your customers and business.

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Investing in Small Businesses Is Key to Driving Economic Recovery

Investing in small businesses is crucial to innovation and economic growth. How can investors ensure entrepreneurs have enough capital?

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How NY Gov. Andrew Cuomo Combined Behavioral Science and Leadership to Battle COVID-19… Whether He Knew It or Not

Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s COVID-19 briefing is a lesson for leaders on the power of cognitive biases and behavioral science in management.

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