Business news and updates
SMALL BIZ NEWS AT YOUR FINGERTIPS!
This information is current as of March 7, 2026.
Please check back every month for new additions and updates.
AmEx Small Business Shop Small Signup
Make sure every Saturday is Small Business Saturday by making sure your business is registered on the American Express Small Business Locator!
Treasury/IRS Guidance for Individuals who Received Tips/Overtime Tax Year 2025
The Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service today issued guidance for workers eligible to claim the deduction for tips and for overtime compensation for tax year 2025.
Treasury/IRS Provide Penalty Relief for Tax Year 2025 Tips/Overtime
The Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service guidance providing penalty relief to employers and other payors for tax year 2025 regarding new information reporting requirements for cash tips and qualified overtime compensation.
DSLBD District Capitalized Revolving Fund Program
DSLBD is excited to present the District Capitalized Revolving Fund Program, which provides direct financial support to help small businesses in DC grow and stabilize their operations. This initiative is managed in collaboration with fund managers EatsPlace and Life Asset The District Capitalized Revolving Fund Program (DCRF Program) provides
Micro-Loans — up to $10,000 in short-term working capital
Business Credit-Building and Reporting Support — helping entrepreneurs strengthen their credit history and long-term stability.
Take the first step to explore or apply for a micro-line of credit and start an application with one of our Fund Managers: EatsPlace Application or Life Asset Application