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Sizing them up
 Small-business owners are eyeing each of the presidential candidates closely. One thing most agree on: They'd like to see more specifics from both on a slew of issues, including health care and tax cuts.
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 Work-at-home millionaires
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IRS to get credit-card reports
 With the aim of closing the tax gap, a new rule requires that reports of merchants' credit-card receipts must be sent to the IRS. 

To buy or not to buy
 The idea of owning a small business appeals to many people but consider these four tips before you dive in. 

Digging in their heels
 Despite the tough economic climate, a majority of small-business owners say they wouldn't quit what they're doing, even if promised a higher salary working for someone else.

Recipe for success
 With wheat, gas and labor costs rising, the owners of Wave Hill Breads turn to novel solutions to maintain their bottom line.
• Bread baker manages rising wheat costs 

Unhealthy competition?
 U.S. firms are struggling to rein in spiraling health costs, a problem their overseas competitors often don't face.

Don't slow, grow
 Five strategies to help ensure your business not only survives a recession, but grows through it.
• Six tips on how to secure financing to start a business

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