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Prop 5 Reshapes Feed Store Expenses

Texas Proposition 5 proposes a tax exemption for retail animal feed, giving small feed stores and ranch-focused retailers new relief from rising property costs. This article explains how the measure works and what it could mean for San Antonio’s business community.

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Prop 9: Texas Costs Rise for Small Firms

Texas small business owners face rising costs from property taxes, insurance, and compliance. A new amendment, Proposition 9, offers relief on tangible property taxes. This article explains how these pressures affect San Antonio firms and what owners can do next.

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Texas Ballot May Shift Costs

Texas voters will soon decide ballot propositions that could change the cost structure for small firms. This article breaks down how key measures may affect business owners in San Antonio and why tax relief could shift growth decisions across the region.

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Texas Law Shields Small Businesses

Texas has passed a new cybersecurity law that protects small businesses from certain legal penalties after a data breach. The law gives firms a safe harbor if they follow approved cybersecurity standards, offering relief for owners facing rising digital threats.

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SBA’s New Definition for ‘New Business’: What It Means for Buyers and Financing

A new SBA rule removes the “geography test” for acquisition loans, making it easier for small business buyers to finance deals across markets. For Texans ready to own, now’s the time to prepare with clean credit, strong plans, and the right lending relationships.

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Texas Small Businesses Face Tax Shifts, Disaster Loan Debate, and a Mixed Outlook

From August, Texas small businesses face key shifts: inventory tax relief hinges on a November vote, lawmakers debate fixing disaster recovery loans, and optimism rises, but uncertainty stays high. Here’s what San Antonio firms should do now to prepare.

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Tariffs, Trade & Your Business

Tariffs are back in the headlines, and small businesses can’t afford to ignore them. This article explains what’s changing, what to watch for, and how San Antonio entrepreneurs can protect their bottom line through smart supply chain, pricing, and planning strategies.

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