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Romney Is Right on Foreign Aid (Opinion)
BY Scott Shane
The Republican challenger delivered an important message for economic development at the Clinton Global Initiative. U.S. foreign aid, he said, should be linked to efforts to promote free enterprise in the developing world. Betaworks Uses Creative Methods to Find and Fund the Next Big Idea
BY Vanessa Richardson
Betaworks calls itself a 'maker,' and so far they have helped build some of the social web's biggest companies including TweetDeck, Kickstarter and Tumblr. Revenue-Based Financing Offers a Flexible Route for Cash
BY Vanessa Richardson
A loan that provides capital in exchange for a fixed percentage of gross monthly revenue is gaining new traction among startups. For some borrowers, it can be an attractive alternative to a traditional bank loan. 7 Credit-Card Blunders That Could Hurt Any Small Business
BY Odysseas Papadimitriou
Credit-card debt can be tempting for startups seeking a smooth launch. Consider these tips for avoiding costly mistakes. JOBS Act Legislation Opens Up Crowdfunding
BY Sam Hogg
Under the new legislation, the typically small round of capital that flies under the regulatory radar for most startups has been expanded to $1 million a year. Should Small Business Fear the Fiscal Cliff? (Opinion)
BY Scott Shane
Think concerns over the coming federal spending cuts and tax increases are overblown? Think again. Here's why. Romney vs. Obama: Reigniting the Regulation Question
BY Diana Ransom
When it comes to regulations, small businesses may feel the sting the most. Here, we parse how each of the candidates might alleviate those pressures. What the SBA's Future Holds: Romney vs. Obama
BY Catherine Clifford
How the presidential candidates view the Small Business Administration, the 59-year-old federal agency serving America's entrepreneurs. Is Your Business Ready for an Incubator? 5 Tips from a 'TechStars' Grad
BY Carol Tice
One of the reality show's most successful startups, Onswipe, offers advice on how they did it. The Truth About Getting Funded
BY Sam Hogg
VC funding isn't the end of the entrepreneurial journey, it's the beginning of a new trip -- here's how to navigate it. Obama vs. Romney on Government Contracting and Federal Spending
BY Diana Ransom
With the Presidential election nearing, we break down the candidates' stance on small-business contracting and how they plan to invest -- or not invest -- future federal dollars. How Dividing Your Savings Can Help You Reach Your Goals
BY J.D. Roth
Splitting your money into a multiple, targeted savings accounts can help you see budgeting benchmarks more clearly. The Forgotten Issue? Romney, Obama Stay Mum on Capital
BY Catherine Clifford
Neither candidate has said much about what they would do to help small businesses get the funding they need to run their business. Why the Fed Should Ease Up on Weak Small Banks (Opinion)
BY Scott Shane
Lending to small businesses has dropped, but experts disagree on the reason. Where They Stand on Taxes: Obama vs. Romney
BY Catherine Clifford
The Presidential candidates have been stumping for tax reform on the campaign trail, laying out two different approaches. Here's a comparison. Obama vs. Romney: A Tale of Two Economic Plans
BY Diana Ransom
With the Presidential election just around the corner, we break down the candidates' stance on small business, jobs and the economy. The Biggest Credit Card Mistake Entrepreneurs Make -- and How to Avoid It
BY Odysseas Papadimitriou
Before you reach for plastic to help start your business, consider the challenges that could cost you the success you're working so hard to build on. Entrepreneur Offers Alternatives to the High Cost of Solar Energy
BY Gwen Moran
OneRoof Energy wants to change the way homeowners think about solar energy, and how much it costs. A Checklist for Strategic Cost Cutting
BY Joe Worth
Looking for smart ways to trim spending at your business? Here's advice on how to get started. 3 Belt-Tightening Mistakes to Avoid
BY Catherine Clifford
Where to be extra careful when you trim budgets. Move Over, Kickstarter: Microfunding Sites Target Local Communities
BY Brian Patrick Eha
Several new funding sites are emerging to give entrepreneurs and creatives the chance to realize their goals one step -- and one community -- at a time. Why Some Entrepreneurs Are Turning Pricing Power Over to the Public
BY Jenna Schnuer
While a pay-what-you-want strategy may draw customers, will it help you make money? For these business, placing their trust in consumers led to a boost in their bottom lines. Proposed Rules for Private-Stock Sale Advertising Delayed
BY Catherine Clifford
The Securities and Exchange Commission pushes back its release of proposed rules on advertising private stock sales. Health Care, Taxes Top Political Concerns for Small Business (Infographic)
BY Catherine Clifford
As the Presidential campaign takes center stage, here's a look at the issues entrepreneurs care about the most. A Quick Guide to Crafting a Budget Plan
BY J.D. Roth
A look at web tools and strategies for putting together a spending plan you can stick to for your small business. What Paul Ryan on the GOP Ticket Could Mean for Small-Business Owners
BY Diana Ransom
In choosing the conservative Congressman from Wisconsin, Mitt Romney makes a bold choice. But is it a good one?Ads by Google
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