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Marlese Lessing

Marlese Lessing has been a writer for Bankrate since 2022. She has written content for a variety of verticals, including technology, networking and security. She brings a love of business finance and storytelling to her content creation expertise, alongside a background in B2B writing.

When she’s not writing about small business loans for Bankrate’s partners, Marlese enjoys hiking, playing Dungeons and Dragons, writing creative fiction and needlework.

Marlese earned her bachelor’s degree in animal science and journalism from the University of Connecticut.

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  • Business owners face uncertainty as Trump’s tariffs loom
    7 Feb—Bankrate
    Table of contents Online merchants face tough conditions Price hikes are on the menu Tariffs leave Made in the USA manufacturers unruffled Tariffs spell woe for specialty goods businesses President Donald Trump’s tariffs are leaving small business owners wondering if they can keep up with new potential disruptions in the supply chain. Trump announced 25 percent tariffs on Mexico and Canada in late January, along with a 10 percent tariff on China in retaliation for claims around weak border...
  • A loan officer shares his top tips for getting a business loan
    3 Feb—Bankrate.com
    Table of contents Have your cash flow statement ready Keep your personal credit score up Have a detailed business plan Show off your expertise Consider an SBA loan If at first you don’t succeed, get feedback Beware of easy, high-interest loans Bonus tip: Start with a side hustle Getting a business loan can be a massive upgrade for your business. Having extra capital can allow you to hire more staff, buy more inventory or invest in exciting opporunities as your business grows. Craig Veurink,...
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  • Your Burning Business Tax Questions, Answered by a CPA
    27 Jan—Bankrate
    Can you count a local sports team sponsorship as a business expense? If you discuss your advertising strategy over coffee with your partner, is it considered a business lunch? And just what does a certified public accountant do when you hand them a pile of gas receipts? If you’re a small business owner getting ready to file your taxes this year, you likely have questions about how to make the most of your taxes – and how to stay in compliance with the IRS. Bankrate’s Kem Washington, CPA and...

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