All posts by Eugene
The Income Illusion: Why Underreporting Your Revenue Can Undermine Your Growth
Many small business owners are earning $30K+ a month — but only reporting a fraction of it. In the short term, this may feel like a smart tax strategy. In the long term, it quietly builds a financial wall between you and future opportunity. Let’s explore what happens when your real income and your reported income don’t match —…
Should You Hire a Registered Agent for Your Business?
Should You Hire a Registered Agent for Your Business? A Practical Guide for Immigrants, Solopreneurs, and Home-Based Entrepreneurs Introduction If you’ve ever registered an LLC, corporation, or nonprofit in the U.S., you’ve likely come across a required — yet often misunderstood — term: Registered Agent. For many new business owners, especially immigrants and solo entrepreneurs working…
The Grant I Recommend Every Year:
Why Impact Pitch Is More Than Just Funding — It’s a Launchpad for Growth Introduction In my work as a Small Business Counselor at IRC Seattle, I’ve reviewed hundreds of grant opportunities. Some are one-time bursts of cash. Others come with long application forms but little support. But once in a while, a program stands…
Beyond Grants:
Understanding Real Loan Options for Small Business Growth in Washington State Introduction When we talk about funding for small businesses, grants often steal the spotlight. And for good reason — non-repayable capital can change the trajectory of a young company. But in reality, most entrepreneurs will need to consider loans at some point in their journey —…
Small Grant, Big Potential:
How a $1,000 Capital Access Program in SeaTac Helps Build Stronger Businesses Introduction In the world of entrepreneurship, success isn’t just about great ideas — it’s about momentum. And sometimes, all it takes to create momentum is a modest push in the right direction. That’s exactly what the Small Business Capital Access Program in SeaTac, Washington, offers:…
Language as a Business Risk
How New CDL Rules Are Shaping the Future of Immigrant-Owned Trucking in America Introduction The journey of entrepreneurship in the U.S. is already filled with challenges — especially for immigrants. But a recent federal policy change may have added a new and unexpected obstacle for thousands of small trucking business owners. Under a new executive…
Unlocking Big Opportunities for Small Businesses — For Just $71 a Year
How Seattle’s business license opens the door to grants, guidance, and community support Introduction: In the United States, the early stages of business creation often feel like navigating a maze — especially for immigrants and first-time entrepreneurs. Budgets are tight, trust is fragile, and the information landscape can feel overwhelming. But what if the first…