Carol Tice
A southern California native, Tice now lives on an island near Seattle with her husband and three children. Who have talked her into getting a dog. In more than 15 years of reporting on businesses large and small, she's gone on more than 100 business trips, filing stories from Anchorage to Atlanta. Her work has appeared in the Seattle Times, Nation's Restaurant News, Wall Street Journal, Puget Sound Business Journal, Seattle Magazine, and many others. More than 1,000 of her articles are floating around the Internet. . . and she has no idea when she had time to write them all. She is proud CEO and Janitor of TiceWrites Inc., and blogs about freelance writing at Make a Living Writing. Email her at carol@caroltice.com.
Super Sleuthing
Doing your due diligence before buying a franchise involves some detective work. Here's how to uncover what you need to know.Food Fetish
The trade publication Restaurant Finance Monitor reported more than 50 major equity investment deals from January 2006 to mid-2007, involving well-known brands such as Dunkin' Donuts, Outback SteakhouMaking Cents
Creating a local currency can help entrepreneurs drive sales.By the Numbers
Use our exclusive Business Performance Dashboard to find out how your company compares to others in your industrySmall Towns, Big Money
Looking for capital? a new study shows that small towns might just be a VC paradise.Fueling Change
Is U.S. business complacent? Mr. Creativity thinks so.A Safe Bet
If your company's technology could make our country safer, a new federal program may help you connect with potential buyers in Washington.Blogged Down?
An internet contrarian exposes the dark side of company blogs but offers some advice on how to stay afloat.New Bank in Town
The recent boom in community banks could mean better lending options for you.Play Nice
Forget cutthroat--what you need is a little sugar and spice.New Bank in Town
The recent boom in community banks could mean better lending options for you.What's in a Name?
Take control of what the Web says about you.Gimme a Tax Break
Tax breaks ease the burden of the minimum-wage hike.Keep It Real
Why you should steer clear of bogus corporate entities.Peer Power
Look online for funding by the people, for the people.Perfect Match
Finding the right VC is a lot like dating-networking, friendly introductions and sheer luck all play a role. Discover how 3 entrepreneurs met their VCs and started lasting relationships that helped thDevelop This
Let the ideas roll--with a little help from the R&E tax credit.No Excuses
Get informed so you can do your taxes right.Change Agents
30 years ago, corporate was king--but the business landscape has changed. Here's a closer look at the forces that have shaped the face of entrepreneurship.When to Fold 'Em
Wondering if you should cut your losses and move on?You've Got People
These IRS offices have staff ready to stand up for you.The American Business Revolution
30 years ago, huge corporations dominated the business world. Read about the seismic shifts that turned America into a nation of entrepreneurs.New Word Order
A political spinmeister takes his way with words to the corporate world.Big Change
How will the new Congress affect business taxes?Town Haul
Rural communities are staying alive by raking in big bucks on eBay.Riding the Business Waves
Wisdom from the board--but not the one you'd expect.Feel Safe When Filing Online
Secure online tax filing is at your fingertips.Lessons From a Restaurateur
Rainforest Cafe founder's entrepreneurial adventures.Growing Up Fast
From flooring to furnishings to T-shirts, bamboo products are catching on.Backup Plan
What happens when you can't pay your taxes?Most Popular
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