The National Association for the Self-Employed (NASE), the nation's leading advocate and resource for the self-employed and micro-business community, welcomes the launch of Trump IRA accounts as a “bold and necessary step toward closing the retirement savings gap that has long left self-employed Americans behind.” President Donald J. Trump recently signed an Executive Order expanding access to high-quality, low-cost Individual Retirement Accounts, including up to $1,000 in federal matching contributions, marking a significant milestone in strengthening the long-term financial security of America's working entrepreneurs.
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May 08, 2026
Access to capital remains one of the most critical factors in both opening and sustaining a small business—and continues to be one of the most persistent challenges facing America's self-employed community. As the nation marks both National Small Business Week (May 3 – May 9), and National Small Business Month this May, the National Association for the Self-Employed (NASE), the nation's leading advocate and resource for the self-employed and micro-businesses, is reaffirming its commitment to equipping entrepreneurs with the tools, resources, and guidance they need to succeed on the journey to self-employment.
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May 05, 2026
For many small business owners, growth is often treated as the clearest signal of success. Increased revenue, a growing customer base, and rising visibility can feel like validation that a business is moving in the right direction. Yet for countless entrepreneurs, growth also introduces new complexity—more decisions, higher risk, and greater pressure on time and resources.
At NASE, the National Association for the Self-Employed, we work closely with business owners across the United States, including solo consultants, independent contractors, micro business owners, and multi-generation family businesses. Across industries, one reality remains consistent: growth without intention often undermines the very stability and independence that motivated many individuals to begin starting a business in the first place.
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Apr 30, 2026
Edwin Jean-Gilles is the Founder and CEO of Aptare AI, an automation and consulting firm dedicated to helping entrepreneurs scale their businesses without burnout. With over 25 years of experience in the IT industry, he bridges the gap between complex technology and practical business growth. He specializes in helping solo entrepreneurs, small businesses, and enterprises—from service-based businesses to biotechnology companies—deploy AI voice assistants, chatbots, and workflow automation to capture every opportunity and grow revenue.
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Apr 30, 2026
One of the most talked-about provisions of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, signed into law on July 4, 2025, is the creation of "Trump Accounts" — a new type of tax-advantaged investment account designed to give American children a financial head start. With more than 4 million children already signed up and over 1 million claiming the $1,000 pilot program contribution, the program is gaining serious momentum. Here's what you need to know.
As our nation’s breaks historic growth with over 21+ million new business applications over the last few years, the National Association for the Self-Employed (NASE), the nation’s leading advocate and resource for the self-employed and micro-business community, announced today $28,000 in Growth Grants to seven local small businesses for the fourth quarter of 2025, including three sponsored by AARP.
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Mar 30, 2026
Being self-employed presents numerous challenges every day. While the autonomy of self-employment is nice, it isn’t always a walk in the park. From long workdays to even longer work nights, burnout is a high-risk factor. The increased workload only decreases your motivation and energy, putting your productivity at risk.
You might be asking yourself, “How can I prevent burnout, increase momentum, and stay the course while maintaining my composure?”
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Mar 30, 2026
We would like to thank all of the NASE members who applied last year, we love to learn about your businesses and how you are making a positive impact in the communities in which you live. We would also like to congratulate those chosen to receive the Growth Grant award in 2025 as these 28 applications stood out amongst the sea of very well written and composed applications. From all of us here at NASE, thank you, well done and well deserved!
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Mar 30, 2026
The Department of Homeland Security has been without funding for over five weeks, air travelers are standing in hours-long security lines during spring break, and the president has rejected the most viable path to a deal — insisting instead on tying a funding resolution to a sweeping elections overhaul bill with no realistic path to passage. All of this is unfolding against the backdrop of an active U.S. military conflict with Iran that is already reshaping global energy markets and threatening to impose serious economic pain on American households. The compounding effect of these two crises — one manufactured in Washington, one ignited abroad — has economists and policy watchers deeply unsettled.
With almost a month until the April 15th tax deadline, Keith Hall –president and CEO of the National Association for the Self-Employed (NASE), CPA, and nationally recognized tax expert — offers key guidance on ways to save in preparing and filing your 2025 tax returns in final weeks of tax season.
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Mar 11, 2026