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Top 3 Small-Business Challenges (Infographic)
Business owners are optimistic about the U.S. economy improving and want to grow their business, but they face significant hurdles in doing so, a new report shows.
Winklevoss Twins Move to Launch a Bitcoin Fund
The brothers, famous for their feud over Facebook, have filed papers with the SEC to establish an exchange-traded fund for the online currency.
Crowdfunding's Growth Spurt Going Strong
Crowdfunding platforms are multiplying around the world and the sums that they're raising are growing exponentially.
For Financing and Mentorship, Would You Forgo Future Income?
New funding platforms are eager to ply you with capital and other resources in exchange for a cut of your future success. See if these services are right for you.
Angel Investors Form Group to Fund Bitcoin Startups
After a tumultuous couple of months, the digital currency is turning investors' heads.
Looking to Raise Capital? Exhaust All Your Options.
Entrepreneur Liz Elam shares her insights on raising capital to launch a startup.
5 Reasons a Young Entrepreneur Should Raise Outside Funding
Investor Peter S. Cohan gives us the lowdown about scenarios when a young entrepreneur should turn to investors for funds.
Accepting Bitcoin Payments: The Risks and Benefits
What business owners need to know about receiving the progressive digital currency.
Crowdfunding Industry On Fire: Trends to Watch
Market research data shows that 308 active crowdfunding platforms raised $2.7 billion last year. In 2013, the industry is expected to raise $5.1 billion. Here's a look at where the rapidly-evolving industry is heading.
A Look at 'Bitcoin' Currency
Bitcoin represents a way to transfer money anonymously and at no cost.
Raising Money Through Crowdfunding? Consider These Best Practices for Success
At a conference in New York City, industry experts shared tips for tapping the crowd.
9 Things Startups Must Know Before Approaching Lenders
These steps will put you ahead of the game before you start, and increase your chances of securing funds for your small business.
A Starbucks Initiative to Brew Up U.S. Jobs
An initiative by Starbucks and Opportunity Finance Network is pouring small-business funding into private lending institutions
Starbucks Is Into Them. But What Exactly Are CDFIs?
A quick guide to Community Development Financial Institutions: How they work and whether they can help you get money to start your business.
Now, Private Equity for the Little Guys
Private equity funding isn't a fit for every business. But even for those where it makes sense, PE firms have been hard to find and research -- until now.