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May 19, 2014 

CPA2Biz Rebrands Itself as CPA.com

CPA2Biz, a subsidiary of the American Institute of CPAs, has changed it's name to CPA.com to more closely align the business with its mission of "empowering CPAs and businesses for the digital age."

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May 19, 2014 

Small Business Optimism Increases, But Uncertainty Persists

Small business optimism increased in April, according to the National Federation of Independent Businesses. The group's April index rose 1.8 points to a post-recession high of 95.2. The economy continues to perform modestly and April’s index followed suit as it crossed the 95 marker for the first time since 2007. Seven Index components improved, one…

Isaac M. O'Bannon

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May 19, 2014 

Oregon Couple Honored as Small Business Persons of the Year

Burning the candle at both ends, an Oregon couple is now experiencing the sweet smell of success. Husband-and-wife team Billy Taylor and Brook Harvey-Taylor, the founders of Portland, Ore. based company – Pacifica, have been named today this year’s National Small Business Persons of the Year at the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), National Small…

 Sage Launches ERP X3

May 15, 2014 

Sage Launches ERP X3

Sage North America has announced the release of Sage ERP X3 version 7, a global business management solution for midsized companies, designed to address businesses’ top challenges of winning new customers, reducing operating costs and growing revenue. Because companies with more accessible, usable data grow faster, Sage ERP X3 version 7 brings flexibility and an…

 Which States Have the Best 401(k) Growth?

May 15, 2014 

Which States Have the Best 401(k) Growth?

Which states have the best 401(k) plans? That question isn't usually tied to geography, but financial advisory firm Judy Diamond Associates has found some key differences and benefits based on location.

 Mitt Romney Supports Minimum Wage Increase

May 15, 2014 

Mitt Romney Supports Minimum Wage Increase

Former presidential candidate and Massachusetts Governor Mitt Romney said last week that he supports an increase in the minimum wage, in stark contrast to many in his party.