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10:42 PM CDT
How can my small business survive declining revenues, rising costs and increasing debt? Although the economy is adversely affecting many businesses, it’s not too late to increase profitability through proactive cash flow management and by possibly taking advantage of loan opportunities recently funded by the U.S. Small Business Administration.
Big Momma’s Bakery-Cafe has relocated from Raytown to Crown Center Shops. Two of the three sister/owners — Jackie Buycks and Joyce Brown — made the move. They are still selling their giant cinnamon rolls and homemade dinner rolls, which customers lined up for during the bakery’s opening last week.
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Falling prices The median asking price for a Kansas City business is about $232,000, according to second-quarter data based on 116 listings at BizBuySell.com. One year ago, the median asking price was $295,000. Businesses for sale this year had a median revenue of $408,488, down from $429,158.
Anthony Santaularia, president of SansMobile, said any business model could use text messaging to reach customers.
10:43 PM CDT
Texting: It’s not just for teens any more. Cell phone penetration is soaring, consumers are more tech-savvy than ever and the volume of text messages sent exceeds the number of phone calls made. It was only a matter of time before marketers began using text messaging to reach on-the-go consumers.
12:09 AM CDT
Company: Colorado-based Handyman Matters is a franchise operation with locations in 38 states. The company offers repair, restoration and maintenance services for residential and commercial clients. The two local franchisees work mostly with residential customers. Telephone: 913-825-6205 for the Kansas franchise; 816-734-1370 for the Missouri franchise.
Adam Eiberger of Gladstone and his laptop are regulars at the Friendly Bean Coffee Co. in Kansas City, North.
12:09 AM CDT
More than just coffee is brewing at popular shops around the city. For many businesspeople, the local coffee shop has become a second office. “I have found that it’s pretty common for people to use Homer’s as an office away from their office,” said Glenn Winkler, manager of Homer’s Coffee House in Overland Park. “Several of them work at home and like to come in and see people, and others just like to get out of their cubicles.”
Jeff B. Nelson (right) of NECP College Prospects recently made a presentation to student athlete Carrie Wilson and her father, Paul Wilson, in their Olathe home.
12:09 AM CDT
NECP College Prospects, Lenexa Owner: Jeff B. Nelson
Tom Dusterhoft discusses the process of starting his business, Massage Heights in Leawood.
12:09 AM CDT
Company: Massage Heights, 4800 W. 135th St., Leawood; 913-660-0099; www.massageheights.com About the company: Massage Heights is a membership-based massage therapy spa. The purpose of membership is to provide frequent massage services at an affordable price.
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