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Sole Proprietorship vs. LLC: Which Structure Should You Choose?

If you're starting a business, sole proprietorships and limited liability companies are two popular business structures to consider. Here's a breakdown of the pros and cons of each option.

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How BaseCamp Is Turning the Hot Apparel Resale Market into a Franchise Model

250 Years of Business

Founded: The Small Businesses That Built America

Celebrating the small businesses that have shaped America's economy for 250 years.

Thank You, Applicants!

Applications for the 2026 CO—100 are now closed. Stay tuned for the announcement of the 2026 CO—100!

Latest on Tariffs

How to Apply for Small Business Tariff Refunds

What we know so far about tariff refunds and how the process will work.

Top Small Business Resources

Strategy 4 Things to Do During Small Business Month to Grow Your Company

Strategy 19 Free Resources for Small Businesses to Leverage Year-Round

Business Financing 100+ Grants, Loans, and Programs to Benefit Your Small Business

Small Business bAIsics: AI Training for Business Growth

Our virtual and in-person AI training, developed with support from Google and in partnership with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, is the gateway to understanding and applying artificial intelligence in practical, powerful ways at your business.

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Event Recaps

Small Business Update: Special Edition — Small Business Day 2026

In this special 2026 Small Business Day update, Neil Bradley of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce discusses the economic uncertainty, policy shifts, and emerging opportunities shaping the outlook for small businesses.

Interested in a small business membership?

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Tariffs

Events

Small Business Tariff Update: What to Know Now [+ Video]

U.S. Chamber of Commerce experts share the latest on trade tariffs and what small businesses should know.

Growth Studio

Tariffs on Imports Rocking Small Businesses as They Scramble to Adapt

Business owners say tariffs will impact their ability to grow and hire and are already making them less profitable.

Budding Entrepreneurs

250+ Business Ideas to Spark Inspiration

Explore opportunity with our collection of 250+ business ideas, crafted to inspire and guide aspiring entrepreneurs.

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