Small BusinessLocal experts share their advice for getting venture capitalPhiladelphia-area businesses raised over $1 billion in venture capital in the last quarter of 2024.
Small BusinessLocal experts share their advice for getting venture capitalPhiladelphia-area businesses raised over $1 billion in venture capital in the last quarter of 2024.
Small BusinessWith stock prices falling, consider ‘tax-loss harvesting’ to stay investedWhen share prices fall, and losses occur, there can be an opportunity to reduce your taxes.
Small BusinessWith stock prices falling, consider ‘tax-loss harvesting’ to stay investedWhen share prices fall, and losses occur, there can be an opportunity to reduce your taxes.
Small BusinessSide hustles can bring in hundreds or more per month, but it’s a juggling act, say full-time workers with part-time gigsFinding work-life balance can be a struggle for those managing a job and a business, but these local creatives said it's worth it if the side work is fulfilling.
Small BusinessSide hustles can bring in hundreds or more per month, but it’s a juggling act, say full-time workers with part-time gigsFinding work-life balance can be a struggle for those managing a job and a business, but these local creatives said it's worth it if the side work is fulfilling.
ObituariesRobert C. Nelson, retired president and CEO of the Opportunities Industrialization Center, has died at 81He was born and reared in West Philadelphia, and graduated from Central High School and the social work master’s program at Temple University.
ObituariesRobert C. Nelson, retired president and CEO of the Opportunities Industrialization Center, has died at 81He was born and reared in West Philadelphia, and graduated from Central High School and the social work master’s program at Temple University.
Small BusinessTurboTax or a CPA this tax season? How small-business owners can make the right call.Would using a tax-preparation software application make better sense for your business than paying an outside accountant? Here are a few things to consider.
Small BusinessTurboTax or a CPA this tax season? How small-business owners can make the right call.Would using a tax-preparation software application make better sense for your business than paying an outside accountant? Here are a few things to consider.
ObituariesHarvey Rovinsky, former owner and president of Bernie Robbins Jewelers, has died at 77He hosted many special events at his stores and offered free jelly beans, cappuccino, Champagne, and flowers to customers. “Our clients are our friends,” he told the Jewish Exponent.
ObituariesHarvey Rovinsky, former owner and president of Bernie Robbins Jewelers, has died at 77He hosted many special events at his stores and offered free jelly beans, cappuccino, Champagne, and flowers to customers. “Our clients are our friends,” he told the Jewish Exponent.
Pennsylvania PoliticsDOGE slashed dozens of federal contracts in Pennsylvania — and businesses are feeling the painAn Inquirer review of DOGE's Pa. contracts shows terminated work for recruiting people to work in the dairy industry at UDSA, for mental health support at USAID, and public housing programs.
Pennsylvania PoliticsDOGE slashed dozens of federal contracts in Pennsylvania — and businesses are feeling the painAn Inquirer review of DOGE's Pa. contracts shows terminated work for recruiting people to work in the dairy industry at UDSA, for mental health support at USAID, and public housing programs.
ConsumerHere’s how to save on a Philly-area bar or bat mitzvah, according to planners Planning a smaller event or forgoing some services could help with saving money.
ConsumerHere’s how to save on a Philly-area bar or bat mitzvah, according to planners Planning a smaller event or forgoing some services could help with saving money.
ConsumerInside the world of high-end bar and bat mitzvahs costing some Philly-area families $100,000Some of the celebrations have always been extravagant, but technology, social media, and the pandemic have made them bigger than ever.
ConsumerInside the world of high-end bar and bat mitzvahs costing some Philly-area families $100,000Some of the celebrations have always been extravagant, but technology, social media, and the pandemic have made them bigger than ever.
Small BusinessThese Trump executive orders have the greatest impact on local small businesses. Here’s what to do.DOGE and federal spending cuts, immigration policy, and tariffs could all make for new challenges for small-business owners.
Small BusinessThese Trump executive orders have the greatest impact on local small businesses. Here’s what to do.DOGE and federal spending cuts, immigration policy, and tariffs could all make for new challenges for small-business owners.
RetailHow the rise of mobile ordering is transforming fast-casual food in the Philly areaAbout two-thirds of U.S. consumers have used mobile ordering. Some companies are getting creative with how they accommodate the customer demand while still creating an enjoyable in-person experience.
RetailHow the rise of mobile ordering is transforming fast-casual food in the Philly areaAbout two-thirds of U.S. consumers have used mobile ordering. Some companies are getting creative with how they accommodate the customer demand while still creating an enjoyable in-person experience.
ObituariesClarence H. Davis, Korean War veteran, retired teacher, and entrepreneur, has died at 95He retired as a shop teacher at Camden's Woodrow Wilson High School in 1996 and went on to speak regularly about his wartime service at schools and events for the Korean War Veterans Association.
ObituariesClarence H. Davis, Korean War veteran, retired teacher, and entrepreneur, has died at 95He retired as a shop teacher at Camden's Woodrow Wilson High School in 1996 and went on to speak regularly about his wartime service at schools and events for the Korean War Veterans Association.
Small BusinessHow to delay, or even avoid, tariffs on a small business Companies that import materials may want to consider a Foreign Trade Zone facility or a bonded warehouse.
Small BusinessHow to delay, or even avoid, tariffs on a small business Companies that import materials may want to consider a Foreign Trade Zone facility or a bonded warehouse.
BusinessPhilly’s lackluster snowfall this year has been enough to make snow-removal companies happyEven this season's timid snow and ice events were numerous enough to help several landscaping businesses stay afloat, a relief after a string of mild winters.
BusinessPhilly’s lackluster snowfall this year has been enough to make snow-removal companies happyEven this season's timid snow and ice events were numerous enough to help several landscaping businesses stay afloat, a relief after a string of mild winters.
Small BusinessOSHA’s best-kept secret for ensuring workplace safetySmall-business owners who reach out to OSHA directly can make use of consulting and other resources to stay in compliance.
Small BusinessOSHA’s best-kept secret for ensuring workplace safetySmall-business owners who reach out to OSHA directly can make use of consulting and other resources to stay in compliance.
BusinessA Valentine’s Day Super Bowl parade has Philly’s florists and chocolatiers calling an audibleThe celebration is falling on what is traditionally their busiest day of the year. Some owners worry it'll hurt walk-in sales, which can make up as much as 60% of their business on the holiday.
BusinessA Valentine’s Day Super Bowl parade has Philly’s florists and chocolatiers calling an audibleThe celebration is falling on what is traditionally their busiest day of the year. Some owners worry it'll hurt walk-in sales, which can make up as much as 60% of their business on the holiday.
