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Jim Blasingame
From “too big to fail” to the uniquely American independent community banks, the U.S. banking system has evolved to successfully fill up the vessel we call the marketplace. But not all banks are a ... » More
Jim Blasingame
The revenue growth of fast-growing companies depletes cash dramatic, but predictable ways. So, remember, growth-funding fundamentals must be monitored for sustainable growth, because it is possible... » More
Jim Blasingame
If your small business needs capital and it's bankable, try to get a loan with a local, planted-in-the-ground, financial institution. But if that's not an option and you're considering online alter... » More
Jim Blasingame
The classic financial benefits derived from small business ownership typically fall under two categories: earned income, like a salary, and unearned income, like distribution of profits. But there ... » More
Jim Blasingame
Millions of small businesses sell personal services like consulting, website development, or janitorial services, instead of something tangible. Unfortunately, pricing a service is not as intuitive... » More
Jim Blasingame
One of the markers of this post-recession, so-called recovery has been the practice of deleveraging. Across the economy, from consumers to businesses large and small, debt has become something to g... » More
Jim Blasingame
Is your company functioning to the best of your ability? Small Business Advocate Jim Blasingame can help. » More
Jim Blasingame
The Small Business Advocate Jim Blasingame addresses the changes he foresees in small business borrowing in the next 10 years. » More
Jim Blasingame
Small Business Advocate Jim Blasingame advises small business owners and entrepreneurs to consider more than just wages in their investments and business deals. » More
Barbara Weltman
Brain Trust member Barbara Weltman outlines preparations your small business should be making before you sell your business. » More