The year’s end isn’t just a time for festive celebrations and time with loved ones — for small businesses, it’s prime time to dig in on a financial plan. Houston ranks among the top 20 cities where small-business owners are thriving, and 97% of our city’s businesses have fewer than 100 employees. At Central Bank, we are dedicated to ensuring our friends and neighbors have what they need to remain poised for success. Read on for a handy financial checklist to help you evaluate your current standing, make adjustments where needed and enter into the new year a bit better prepared.

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