Small Business Round-up – Week of October 21th

This week’s small business news review found good numbers but deep concerns in a recent small biz study, small businesses are mixed about healthcare registration, a neat mapping tool for those of you with a physical foreign presence, a drop for Texas, and a critical move that most small biz owners should be making.

• Small Businesses Rate Obamacare
  A couple of weeks into enrollment for healthcare exchanges and small businesses are mixed in their reviews. While some find premium rates will be manageable, others say rates are too high. Find out which states have seen surprising numbers.
• Confidence is Higher Globally
  Small business owners around the world have more confidence about the future, according to a recent global report. But two major issues remain. The Sage Business Index shows what small biz is concerned with.    
• What Every Small Business Needs to Start Doing
  There is a growing need for small businesses to upgrade their online presence. Digital impressions are critical these days. What can make the difference between an appealing online brand and a forgettable one? Check out this story.
• A Mapping Option for Foreign Small Biz
  A tech startup has developed a software program that maps foreign addresses and provides shop information. For businesses with an international location, it could be an important asset to have.
• Texas Taxes Status
  Say that five times fast. Texas fell out of a coveted position touted in the business recruitment wars. The state can no longer make a long-held claim.