New Incfile survey examines the state of small businesses this holiday season | app

HOUSTON–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Nov. 16, 2022–

Incfile, a leader in online business formation and start-up services, today released new data showing the state of small business activity this holiday season. As we approach the busiest season of the year, we asked small business owners in cities, suburbs and rural areas for details on how they prepare and took a close look at how Vacation planning, preparation, and stress differ among small business owners across the United States.

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