Money
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?
How Social Entrepreneurs Who Need Money Can Get Noticed
BY Catherine Clifford
If you want to raise money for your business from impact investors, then help them find you by putting your company information right in front of them.
How to Create a Competitive Pricing Strategy
BY Ann C. Logue
The price you charge for products or services says a lot about your company's competitive ways. Here's how to do it right.
4 Tips for Negotiating a Personal Guarantee
BY Catherine Clifford
It is highly likely that you'll be asked to sign a personal guarantee to get a bank loan. Before you do, make sure you are getting the best terms possible.
What Venture Capitalists Are Investing in Right Now
BY Catherine Clifford
A look at what's hot and what's not, when it comes to the industries attracting the most funding.
Government Report Shows Downward Trend in Small Business Lending
BY Catherine Clifford
Small business loans contracted last year, while large businesses secured more dollars, according to the Small Business Administration Office of Advocacy.
What the IPO Market Revival Means for Start-Up Funding
BY Peter S. Cohan
Why a good showing among two recent public offerings could bode well for fast pace startups.
The Fiscal Cliff: 3 Tax Changes You Need to Know Are Coming
BY Catherine Clifford
At the end of the year, a slew of tax breaks are set to expire, effectively increasing your bill to Uncle Sam. Here is a rundown of some of the changes that may not heard about.
4 Start-Up Accounting Tips for the Young Trep
BY Amrik Randhawa
When launching a new business, young entrepreneurs tend to forget one very important element: their books. Here's how to avoid making that mistake.
Visa, MasterCard Settlement: What You Need to Know
BY Catherine Clifford
Credit-card giants agree to pay more than $6 billion to settle an antitrust case.Ads by Google
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How to Go Mobile on a Budget
Michael Schneider, CEO of Mobile Roadie, offers tips for small businesses looking to take their businesses mobile.
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Co-founder of SpiritHoods
"When I see people bridging the gap between the limitations that the 'real world' imposes and what they realize they can manifest."
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Musician, entrepreneur
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Meetup Co-founder
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