Block Advisors News Center
Catch up with the latest small business news from Block Advisors and beyond. Here you’ll find small business articles and stories to help keep you up to date and in the know.
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LGBTQ+ Small Business Owner Spotlight: Sleepy Hollow Handmade Owners Bring Equity to Self-Care
At Block Advisors, we’re built for small businesses. All small businesses. And to celebrate National Small Business Month, we are…
Motivation
NFL Draft Small Biz Initiative Empowers KC Black-Owned Business
May is National Small Business Month! Block Advisors is honored to share stories of the resiliency, hard work, and creativity…
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How to prepare a small business for the tax impacts of large event
As Kansas City welcomes nearly 300,000 people for the 2023 NFL Draft, businesses are excitedly gearing up for guests. For…
Block Advisors News Center
Entity Formation Could Provide Small Business Owners With Stronger Personal Liability Protection and Potential Tax Savings
Small business owners can get started in as little as 10 minutes with Block Advisors Business Formation Kansas City, Mo.…
Manage Your Business
How to Prepare Your Small business for Disaster Relief & Recovery
When things are going well for your small business, it may be easy to put the thought of tough times…
Motivation
"It's real now" – Small business owner celebrates LLC formation milestone
This Women’s History Month, Block Advisors reflects on and honors the contributions of Women entrepreneurs and small business owners. We…
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Silicon Valley Bank Failure: What to Know for Your Small Business
As you may have heard, Silicon Valley Bank – one of the 20 largest banks in the U.S. – failed…
Block Advisors News Center
With the March 15 Entity Filing Deadline Approaching, Businesses Could Save Up to 50% on Entity Tax Prep with Block Advisors
The deadline applies to S Corps, partnerships, and multi-member LLCs KANSAS CITY, Mo. (March 9, 2023) – As small businesses…
Motivation
Block Advisors Small Business Owner Highlight: Beyond Boundaries Consulting, LLC
A conversation with Dr. Tomicka Wagstaff and Stephanie Paredes, Small Business Tax and Bookkeeping Clients | Rochester, NY What does…
Motivation
Longtime entrepreneurial San Francisco DJ reflects on 35+ year career
Jason Aquino founded DJs and MCs in San Francisco, CA in 1986. In 2023, he’s still going strong. Jason sat…
Motivation
Small town Oregon couple's pandemic-era home renovation business blossoms into a million dollar venture
It’s early in the pandemic and Jim Erickson and Leanne Knapp are about to take their first leap into the…
Motivation
Brittany McCoy builds consulting agency by leveraging the power of empathy and mentorship
This Black History Month, Block Advisors reflects on and honors the contributions of Black entrepreneurs and small business owners. As…
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National Entrepreneurship Month - November 2022
November is National Entrepreneurship Month! Block Advisors is proud to provide resources, tools, and expertise year-round to help small business…
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Despite Fears of Recession, Optimism Across New Small Business Owners Increases, According to Newest Block Advisors’ “Small Business Resilience Series” Survey
Block Advisors is here to assist these entrepreneurs who, according to the survey, are adjusting business strategies In recognition of…
Motivation
LGBTQ+ Small Business Owner Spotlight: Community Takes Root at Kevin Alcaraz and Anthony Diaz's Plantiitas
At Block Advisors, we’re built for small businesses. All small businesses. We’re proud to highlight the LGBTQ+ small business community…
Block Advisors News Center
Block Advisors by H&R Block Introduces Business Formation
New online tool allows customers to kick off their business formation in just 10 minutes KANSAS CITY, Mo. (October 5,…
Motivation
LGBTQ+ Small Business Owner Spotlight: Tyra Dizon-Clark’s Niche Passion Leads Her to a Bright Future
At Block Advisors, we’re built for small businesses. All small businesses. We’re proud to highlight the LGBTQ+ small business community…
Motivation
LGBTQ+ Small Business Owner Spotlight: Minky Kim on Creating a Space to Serve All Communities
At Block Advisors, we’re built for small businesses. All small businesses. We’re proud to highlight the LGBTQ+ small business community…
Motivation
Environmental Rescue: Patricia’s drive earned her a growing business
The Block Advisors’ Small Business Resilience Series celebrates small business owners who have persevered through challenging times to find success.…
Block Advisors News Center
Pride Month 2022: Block Advisors Kicks off New Microgrant Program for LGBTQ+ Small Business Owners
Program focuses on helping the spirit of entrepreneurship thrive for all small business owners KANSAS CITY, Mo. (June 6, 2022) – This…
Block Advisors News Center
Block Advisors study finds those who started a business during the pandemic are more resilient than ever
New survey data shows two-thirds of small business owners are proud of their resiliency KANSAS CITY, Mo. (May 2, 2022) –…
Block Advisors News Center
Celebrating National Small Biz Week with Inspiring Stories
The first week of May is National Small Business Week! To honor the resilience, hard work, and creativity of H&R…
Motivation
Seeing the bright side: Emily Socha’s story on creating a safe and reliable virtual space for her clients
The Block Advisors’ Small Business Resilience Series celebrates small business owners who have persevered through challenging times to find success.…
Block Advisors News Center
Study shows minority-owned small businesses still heavily impacted by pandemic
Community support has paved the way to success for many minority-owned small business owners Minority-owned small businesses expect more challenges…
Motivation
Many turned to therapist Sarah Murray as the pandemic hit – learn how she put herself and her business first
The Block Advisors’ Small Business Resilience Series celebrates small business owners who have persevered through challenging times to find success.…
Motivation
The art of Salsa dancing: Michael’s unpredictable pursuit of a passion turned thriving business
The Block Advisors’ Small Business Resilience Series celebrates small business owners who have persevered through challenging times to find success.…
Block Advisors News Center
Study reveals small businesses' biggest concerns for 2022
H&R Block’s Block Advisors “Small Business Resilience Series” study reveals both challenges and optimism as small businesses come back from…
Motivation
How Angela McCrae paved new ground championing BIPOC wine, wellness, and culture
The Block Advisors’ Small Business Resilience Series celebrates our small business owners who have persevered through challenging times to find…
Block Advisors News Center
Block Advisors tax pros help Black-owned businesses improve financial readiness
Block Advisors small business certified tax pros and the Urban League of Greater Kansas City (ULKC) are helping Black-owned businesses…
Block Advisors News Center
How Block Advisors supports small business owners and the spirit of entrepreneurship
Block Advisors News Center
Female Founders Series Part 4: Diverse experience ignites entrepreneur’s journey
To foster the spirit of entrepreneurship and build connections among female entrepreneurs, Block Advisors recently partnered with Selfmade, a 10-week (virtual)…
Block Advisors News Center
Beyond Tax Prep: Helping Small Businesses Survive and Succeed
H&R Block has a long history of supporting the unique needs of small business owners, but that help doesn’t stop…
Block Advisors News Center
Female Founders Series Part 3: The Art and Joy of Balancing Education, Motherhood, and Entrepreneurship
To foster the spirit of entrepreneurship and build connections among female entrepreneurs, Block Advisors recently partnered with Selfmade, a 10-week (virtual)…
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Female Founders Series Part 2: Leaping Into the Challenges and Rewards of Entrepreneurship
To foster the spirit of entrepreneurship and build connections among female entrepreneurs, Block Advisors recently partnered with Selfmade, a 10-week…
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Female Founders Series Part 1: Building Social Capital and Community
To foster the spirit of entrepreneurship and build connections among female entrepreneurs, Block Advisors recently partnered with Selfmade, a 10-week…
Block Advisors News Center
H&R Block continues its commitment to small business by providing seamless solutions
By Ian Hardman During my first six months at H&R Block, I have been on the frontlines of small business…
Block Advisors News Center
The path forward -- how increasing access to capital for Black-owned businesses begins to unlock equitable prosperity
By Gwendolyn Grant We’ve all seen the data points. While all small businesses need a lot of help, from marketing…
Block Advisors News Center
Block Advisors doubles down on its commitment to support Black-owned businesses
By Ian Hardman I’m new to H&R Block, having joined the company in September 2020. While I’ve always known Block…
Block Advisors News Center
The IRS Announced a New Tax Deadline of 4/18
The IRS announced that taxpayers have an additional day to file and pay their taxes following system issues that surfaced…
Block Advisors News Center
Join Us In Celebration: Client Appreciation Day at Block Advisors
Come one, come all – existing Block Advisors clients, and even non-clients, professionals, and community members are welcome to join…
Motivation
Small town Oregon couple's pandemic-era home renovation business blossoms into a million dollar venture
It’s early in the pandemic and Jim Erickson and Leanne Knapp are about to take their first leap into the…
Block Advisors News Center
Female Founders Series Part 1: Building Social Capital and Community
To foster the spirit of entrepreneurship and build connections among female entrepreneurs, Block Advisors recently partnered with Selfmade, a 10-week…
Block Advisors News Center
Despite Fears of Recession, Optimism Across New Small Business Owners Increases, According to Newest Block Advisors’ “Small Business Resilience Series” Survey
Block Advisors is here to assist these entrepreneurs who, according to the survey, are adjusting business strategies In recognition of…
Block Advisors News Center
Female Founders Series Part 2: Leaping Into the Challenges and Rewards of Entrepreneurship
To foster the spirit of entrepreneurship and build connections among female entrepreneurs, Block Advisors recently partnered with Selfmade, a 10-week…
Block Advisors News Center
H&R Block continues its commitment to small business by providing seamless solutions
By Ian Hardman During my first six months at H&R Block, I have been on the frontlines of small business…
Block Advisors News Center
Block Advisors doubles down on its commitment to support Black-owned businesses
By Ian Hardman I’m new to H&R Block, having joined the company in September 2020. While I’ve always known Block…
Motivation
How Angela McCrae paved new ground championing BIPOC wine, wellness, and culture
The Block Advisors’ Small Business Resilience Series celebrates our small business owners who have persevered through challenging times to find…
Block Advisors News Center
The path forward -- how increasing access to capital for Black-owned businesses begins to unlock equitable prosperity
By Gwendolyn Grant We’ve all seen the data points. While all small businesses need a lot of help, from marketing…
Motivation
Block Advisors Small Business Owner Highlight: Beyond Boundaries Consulting, LLC
A conversation with Dr. Tomicka Wagstaff and Stephanie Paredes, Small Business Tax and Bookkeeping Clients | Rochester, NY What does…
Block Advisors News Center
Female Founders Series Part 3: The Art and Joy of Balancing Education, Motherhood, and Entrepreneurship
To foster the spirit of entrepreneurship and build connections among female entrepreneurs, Block Advisors recently partnered with Selfmade, a 10-week (virtual)…
Block Advisors News Center
Beyond Tax Prep: Helping Small Businesses Survive and Succeed
H&R Block has a long history of supporting the unique needs of small business owners, but that help doesn’t stop…
Block Advisors News Center
Block Advisors by H&R Block Introduces Business Formation
New online tool allows customers to kick off their business formation in just 10 minutes KANSAS CITY, Mo. (October 5,…
Motivation
The art of Salsa dancing: Michael’s unpredictable pursuit of a passion turned thriving business
The Block Advisors’ Small Business Resilience Series celebrates small business owners who have persevered through challenging times to find success.…
Motivation
Many turned to therapist Sarah Murray as the pandemic hit – learn how she put herself and her business first
The Block Advisors’ Small Business Resilience Series celebrates small business owners who have persevered through challenging times to find success.…
Motivation
Seeing the bright side: Emily Socha’s story on creating a safe and reliable virtual space for her clients
The Block Advisors’ Small Business Resilience Series celebrates small business owners who have persevered through challenging times to find success.…
Motivation
LGBTQ+ Small Business Owner Spotlight: Minky Kim on Creating a Space to Serve All Communities
At Block Advisors, we’re built for small businesses. All small businesses. We’re proud to highlight the LGBTQ+ small business community…
Block Advisors News Center
Female Founders Series Part 4: Diverse experience ignites entrepreneur’s journey
To foster the spirit of entrepreneurship and build connections among female entrepreneurs, Block Advisors recently partnered with Selfmade, a 10-week (virtual)…
Block Advisors News Center
Pride Month 2022: Block Advisors Kicks off New Microgrant Program for LGBTQ+ Small Business Owners
Program focuses on helping the spirit of entrepreneurship thrive for all small business owners KANSAS CITY, Mo. (June 6, 2022) – This…
Block Advisors News Center
Study reveals small businesses' biggest concerns for 2022
H&R Block’s Block Advisors “Small Business Resilience Series” study reveals both challenges and optimism as small businesses come back from…
Motivation
LGBTQ+ Small Business Owner Spotlight: Tyra Dizon-Clark’s Niche Passion Leads Her to a Bright Future
At Block Advisors, we’re built for small businesses. All small businesses. We’re proud to highlight the LGBTQ+ small business community…
Block Advisors News Center
Study shows minority-owned small businesses still heavily impacted by pandemic
Community support has paved the way to success for many minority-owned small business owners Minority-owned small businesses expect more challenges…
Motivation
Environmental Rescue: Patricia’s drive earned her a growing business
The Block Advisors’ Small Business Resilience Series celebrates small business owners who have persevered through challenging times to find success.…
Block Advisors News Center
Celebrating National Small Biz Week with Inspiring Stories
The first week of May is National Small Business Week! To honor the resilience, hard work, and creativity of H&R…
Motivation
LGBTQ+ Small Business Owner Spotlight: Community Takes Root at Kevin Alcaraz and Anthony Diaz's Plantiitas
At Block Advisors, we’re built for small businesses. All small businesses. We’re proud to highlight the LGBTQ+ small business community…
Block Advisors News Center
Block Advisors study finds those who started a business during the pandemic are more resilient than ever
New survey data shows two-thirds of small business owners are proud of their resiliency KANSAS CITY, Mo. (May 2, 2022) –…
Block Advisors News Center
How Block Advisors supports small business owners and the spirit of entrepreneurship
Block Advisors News Center
Block Advisors tax pros help Black-owned businesses improve financial readiness
Block Advisors small business certified tax pros and the Urban League of Greater Kansas City (ULKC) are helping Black-owned businesses…
Block Advisors News Center
Silicon Valley Bank Failure: What to Know for Your Small Business
As you may have heard, Silicon Valley Bank – one of the 20 largest banks in the U.S. – failed…
Motivation
Brittany McCoy builds consulting agency by leveraging the power of empathy and mentorship
This Black History Month, Block Advisors reflects on and honors the contributions of Black entrepreneurs and small business owners. As…
Block Advisors News Center
With the March 15 Entity Filing Deadline Approaching, Businesses Could Save Up to 50% on Entity Tax Prep with Block Advisors
The deadline applies to S Corps, partnerships, and multi-member LLCs KANSAS CITY, Mo. (March 9, 2023) – As small businesses…
Block Advisors News Center
National Entrepreneurship Month - November 2022
November is National Entrepreneurship Month! Block Advisors is proud to provide resources, tools, and expertise year-round to help small business…
Block Advisors News Center
Join Us In Celebration: Client Appreciation Day at Block Advisors
Come one, come all – existing Block Advisors clients, and even non-clients, professionals, and community members are welcome to join…
Block Advisors News Center
The IRS Announced a New Tax Deadline of 4/18
The IRS announced that taxpayers have an additional day to file and pay their taxes following system issues that surfaced…
Block Advisors News Center
Entity Formation Could Provide Small Business Owners With Stronger Personal Liability Protection and Potential Tax Savings
Small business owners can get started in as little as 10 minutes with Block Advisors Business Formation Kansas City, Mo.…
Motivation
"It's real now" – Small business owner celebrates LLC formation milestone
This Women’s History Month, Block Advisors reflects on and honors the contributions of Women entrepreneurs and small business owners. We…
Motivation
Longtime entrepreneurial San Francisco DJ reflects on 35+ year career
Jason Aquino founded DJs and MCs in San Francisco, CA in 1986. In 2023, he’s still going strong. Jason sat…
Manage Your Business
How to Prepare Your Small business for Disaster Relief & Recovery
When things are going well for your small business, it may be easy to put the thought of tough times…
Block Advisors News Center
How to prepare a small business for the tax impacts of large event
As Kansas City welcomes nearly 300,000 people for the 2023 NFL Draft, businesses are excitedly gearing up for guests. For…
Motivation
NFL Draft Small Biz Initiative Empowers KC Black-Owned Business
May is National Small Business Month! Block Advisors is honored to share stories of the resiliency, hard work, and creativity…
Motivation
LGBTQ+ Small Business Owner Spotlight: Sleepy Hollow Handmade Owners Bring Equity to Self-Care
At Block Advisors, we’re built for small businesses. All small businesses. And to celebrate National Small Business Month, we are…
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