Money
3 Signs You May Need to Ditch Your Bank
BY Catherine Clifford
It is a hassle to change banks. Here is when it is worth it.
Why You Should Hire Your Kids This Summer
BY Mark J. Kohler
Putting your children on your payroll can help save on taxes and give them a taste of entrepreneurship.
4 Obstacles to Early Retirement and How to Overcome Them
BY J.D. Roth
Do you dream of retiring early? You'd better get started now.
Remember These 8 Rules Before Sending Out Your Next Invoice
BY Gwen Moran
Not getting paid fast enough? Incomplete, incorrect or unclear invoices could be to blame. Here's how to get it right.
3 Questions You Must Ask Before Securing a Small Business Credit Card
BY Catherine Clifford
While it's tempting to sign up for another card to survive a cash flow crunch, consider these important tips first.
SEC to Miss JOBS Act Deadline
BY Catherine Clifford
Securities and Exchange Commission Chairman Mary Schapiro says it's more complicated than it seems to write the rules.
5 Ways to Get Paid Faster
BY Catherine Clifford
Is your small business caught in a cash crunch? Consider these steps to get customers to speed up and cut that check.
3 Simple Financial Tools to Help Track Business Success
BY Catherine Clifford
Financial dashboards are a popular way for small business owners to manage their money and track their growth without the hassle and expense of a business consultant.
A Common Personal Finance Mistake New 'Treps Make
BY Catherine Clifford
Starting your own business will affect many parts of your life, including how you manage your finances.
5 Resolutions for Freelancers in the Coming Tax Year
BY Joseph D'Agnese and Denise Kiernan
Tips for organizing your financial life from the authors of 'The Money Book for Freelancers, Part-Timers, and the Self-Employed.'
'J Curve' and Other Buzzwords Investors Don't Want to Hear
BY Sam Hogg
Don't hide behind jargon. Seasoned investors know B.S. when they hear it.
The Barter Kings' Guide to Building a Business Without Cash
BY Carol Tice
More business owners are looking to barter for what they need. Here are seven tips for negotiating favorable trades.
9 Things Startups Must Know Before Approaching Lenders
BY Catherine Clifford
These steps will put you ahead of the game before you start, and increase your chances of securing funds for your small business.
7 Reasons Small Business Supports Romney (Opinion)
BY Scott Shane
Small-business owners overwhelmingly favor Mitt Romney over Barack Obama in the 2012 presidential election. Here are seven reasons why.
Case Study: How a Merchant Cash Advance Worked in a Pinch
BY Michelle Goodman
A last-minute shortfall led a restaurateur to a speedy merchant cash advance in exchange for a cut of future sales.Shark Tank vs. KickStarter: How One Startup Used Both to Launch
BY Carol Tice
When deals fall apart, it can often be for the best. For this business owner, the upside of losing angel funding was retaining equity and control over his company.
Got Investors? Now, How to Handle Your Salary
BY Catherine Clifford
Whether your investors are friends and family or VCs, here's a guideline on how to pay yourself as your startup grows.
Big Investors Are Helping Trippy Go the Distance
BY Gwen Moran
Backed by author Tim Ferriss, singer Jason Mraz and Randi Zuckerberg, Trippy lets you tap the wisdom of your social network for in-the-know recommendations.
DVD Pick for Tech Startups: 'Something Ventured'
BY Peter S. Cohan
Trying to figure out how Silicon Valley really works? This documentary, recently released on DVD, offers plenty of insight into Apple, Intel and the money guys who bet on them.
5 Questions You Must Ask Your Credit Card Processor
BY Catherine Clifford
Confused about payment schedules and hidden fees? We'll walk you through the fine print.
How to Build a Financial Advisor Team
BY J.D. Roth
Being chief cook and bottle washer isn't always the best solution for your bottom line. Here's how to find folks who can help.
3 Insurance Gambles That Put Your Business at Risk
BY Catherine Clifford
Many business owners don't even think about insuring their business. Here are tips that can protect your company.
What Facebook's IPO Debacle Means for Startup Funding
BY Peter S. Cohan
The disastrous Facebook initial public offering isn't likely to damp venture-capital interest in tech startups.
3 Online Tools To Find Funding
BY Catherine Clifford
A look at ways to find the best funding sources and tailor the options for your small business.
Hidden Cash: Tap Into R&D Tax Credits
BY Randy Myers
Many small businesses could save big bucks by taking advantage of a tax credit long popular with larger companies.
Top Overtime Traps for Business Owners
BY Susan Schreter
As a business owner, you often look for ways to bootstrap or ask employees to go above and beyond. But overlooking overtime could land you in a heap of trouble.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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Musician, entrepreneur
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