Does Anybody Own A Small Business?

homedawg · Mar 25, 2009

Does anyone own a small business, and if so how is this stimulus package effecting you in a positive way? It seems like the only ones who will benefit are those who have yet to start their business, or those who did not go through the SBA for a loan? I know my loan was done with the SBA, and I was told that they do not refinance , and that we are already getting the lowest possible rate. Therefore I'm not really sure how this stimulus package will effect us? Are there more benefits that I am unaware of? I wish they would just come out and give us more tax breaks, and other benefits. Anyways I know this is a better question for an accountant, or lawyer, and not a gambling forum, but my accountant is obviously busy with taxes, and who wants to pay an attorney? I actually have a meeting set up to speak with my accountant, but wanted to go in with a few things I should be asking about. If anybody would prefer to talk in private don't hesitate to pm me.

Hookandcrook+ · Mar 25, 2009

Yes and no.

tatehill2000 · Mar 25, 2009

I own a salon,,, so Yes and no,,,

with stability in the economy, people can budget for their hair,,, sooo,,, even in a depression I have been picking up,

that kindof doesnt answer your question,,, but, I am a cash business

tater

barman · Mar 25, 2009

I own two relatively small businesses (though one is growing) and no, neither is receiving anything from the government sponsored stimulus packages.

So my advice is to create your own stimulus and make your business(es) grow regardless of what they choose to do in Wash DC

SSI · Mar 25, 2009

i own a convenience store and talk with the public throughout the day...

i had a bad end of november and dec......... it picked up mid Jan (which was unusual) and stayed pretty good until a week ago....

the last week or so, not so good..

SSI

whalewager · Mar 25, 2009

Tatehill does weaves...ahahaha

ProPokerPlayer · Mar 25, 2009

Did i miss something? Where was it said there was anything helpful in the Stimulus package for Small buisnesses besides a trickle down effect from the Govt spending all these soon to be worthless dollars? Seriously if there was anything in for SB i would love to know and get in on it.......Somebody post a link please...

whalewager · Mar 25, 2009

Legislation is forthcoming for help and incentive for small business I believe...

First time I have ever used the word forthcoming

maxdemo · Mar 25, 2009

Family owns 2 Day Spas in Houston...I manage and run the original location which is 21 yrs old. The economy has sucked for us...down over 40% (350k in gross sales between 2 lacations over the last 18 months) and not a great start this year as Valentines Day sucked for GC sales. But W/ Mothers Day approaching we are hopeful that it will be better. We have been fortunate not to have to take out loans...Things are going to get better this year. :103631605

ProPokerPlayer · Mar 25, 2009

There are some tax breaks and incentives avail thru the SBA......http://www.sba.gov/idc/groups/public/documents/sba_homepage/sba_eco_stimulus_package.doc

I have to admit in my case retooling for the new refrigerants will be a deductible expense.........

MadTiger · Mar 25, 2009

I am an MBA-educated business consultant, who specializes in small businesses and nonprofits. The stimulus package's ultimate impact is definitely going to be experienced with the contracts for various infrastructure projects, veterans' services, and some other social services. For Joe Plumber or Susie Home Health, it is not going to hit you in the face.

Yet.

(Of course there's more, but I am not writing an essay.)

And for maxdemo's family spa empire, I would strongly suggest promotions with the local radio stations again.

maxdemo · Mar 25, 2009

MadTiger said:
And for maxdemo's family spa empire, I would strongly suggest promotions with the local radio stations again.

Maybe 4 mothers day...right now we are sticking w/ our bread and butter.. On -line advertising....always done good w/ this also email about 3,000customers every month and offer a 15-25% off coupon and these people love them. We start next month w/ On-line booking over the net. We have partnered w/ Spa Finder to allow customers that have a Spa Finder GC to book right online as well as all our other customers.

ProPokerPlayer · Mar 25, 2009

The link i posted is to the 2008 bills tax benefits...the 2009's are on there too however....

FairWarning · Mar 25, 2009

Any tax breaks we get from the Feds is offset by the greedy pricks in Lansing Mi.

Hip2Bsq · Mar 25, 2009

whalewager said:
Legislation is fourthcoming for help and incentive for small business I believe...

First time I have ever used the word forthcoming

fourthcoming? Does this mean we wait for the second coming first? And then double it? :think2:

With all the shit going down lately I feel like the day to day things we all worry about are pointless. I keep asking myself... Self, what should I be doing if the dollar is going to fail and Obama wants us to be commies? I may as well focus on the the things that bring me the most pleasure... !~~~! and gambling, and :drink: and sex with females 10 years younger than me and @) and the fourth cumming. :103631605

I am done with all the ##) trying to do the "right" things ie; pay bills on time, save for childrens college funds, save for retirement, invest wisely, expand and grow my business, seems all smoke and mirrors anymore JMO.

bigtendominator · Mar 25, 2009

MadTiger said:
And for maxdemo's family spa empire, I would strongly suggest promotions with the local radio stations again.

Great point. A guy here named Dr. Boothe is Lasik surgeon, whose career took after radio advertising on every station.

homedawg · Mar 25, 2009

bigtendominator said:
Great point. A guy here named Dr. Boothe is Lasik surgeon, whose career took after radio advertising on every station.

shit you kidding me, look at what mass advertising did for the snuggies. i'll admit i bought one, and LOVE it

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