Money
Bank Lending to Small Business Slips, Crowdfunding on the Rise
BY Catherine Clifford
Big and small banks approve fewer loans as startups turn to alternative funding sources.
Five Low-Cost Tools for Fast Cash Transfers
BY Jonathan Blum
Give the heave-ho to services that charge big bucks to move your money around.
The Secret to Living Well on Less
BY Amy Gutman
Hint: Your friends may be a big part of whether you can live (and love) a more frugal lifestyle.Play Video
How to Avoid the Biggest Mistake on Your First Tax Return as an Entrepreneur (Video)
BY Mark J. Kohler
Accountant Mark Kohler says business owners need to keep track of this particular expense when starting up.
How to Win a $100,000 Purpose Prize
BY Michelle V. Rafter
Director Alexandra Kent shares some pointers for social entrepreneurs. The deadline is March 30.
Seven Ways to Free Up Cash You Already Have
BY J.D. Roth
Need money? Complete these nagging personal-finance tasks today.
Nine Easy Tips to Automate Your Finances and Avoid Late Payments
BY J.D. Roth
Consider this quick step-by-step guide to put your bill paying and personal financial management on autopilot.
How to Raise Money for Your Startup -- Now
BY Jason Fell
Entrepreneur and finance expert Asheesh Advani shares his best tips for finding capital in a difficult economy.
Top Sources of Small-Business Financing in 2012
BY Catherine Clifford
The lending market for small businesses cratered during the recession and has been on a jagged path of recovery. To help fill the void, entrepreneurs are finding alternative financing sources.
Five Best Apps to Forecast and Manage Cash Flow
BY Jonathan Blum
A look at the most effective online tools to keep your business in the black.
What Technologies Banks Should Be Using to Keep Your Money Safe
BY Riva Richmond
A look at security-related banking tools that guard your business from fraud.
How to Find Funds to Launch a Franchise
BY Shelly Sun
Shelly Sun turned her health-staffing company, BrightStar Care, into a fast-growing franchise. But she almost ran out of cash along the way.
Big Banks Make Online Payments Easier for Business Owners
BY Jonathan Blum
Here's a look at the range online business-banking tools from the major U.S. banks.
The Secret to Saving: Think Before You Spend
BY J.D. Roth
There's a difference between spending irresponsibly and spending on things that improve your quality of life. Knowing the difference can set you free.
Five Ways to Channel Your Inner Millionaire
BY Scott Halford
Here's how to harness your brain power to maximize productivity.
10 Business Investments to Make Now
BY Gwen Moran
Business owners reveal the expenditures that paid off -- big-time.
Which Do You Value More: Money or Time?
BY Carol Tice
Through the downturn, business owners have been in overdrive to keep their companies afloat. Some now value time over money.
