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Business Accounting

How We Pay for College Is Broken

The way most Americans pay for college -- a patchwork system of loans, grants, and scholarships from colleges -- was largely created generations ago, when fewer people went to college and when the price tag of a college was a lot less.

By Jeff Selingo

Entrepreneurs

Keeping Clients Happy: How to Ensure a Project Doesn’t Go Over Budget

By Geoff Mcqueen

Building a Business

When It Comes to Business Travel, When to Scrimp vs. When to Spend

By Sophia Dembling

Business Accounting

Starting a Business? When to Scrimp vs. Splurge.

By Michelle Goodman

Building a Business

Balance Product Development and Branding in Your Budget

There's no one-size-fits all solution to startup spending. Avoid wasting hard-earned money. But don't skimp on these three things.

By Gideon Kimbrell

Building a Business

5 Things You Must Do to Successfully Launch a Business

Let's get down to the basics.

Marketing

10 Tips for Hosting a Wildly Successful Event on a Tame Budget

Gathering an audience to hear your message is the original social media marketing. Don't assume you can't afford it.

By Cassie Brown

Marketing

One Place Entrepreneurs Should Be Allocating Their Marketing Budget But Aren’t

For a number of reasons, founders and executives should be putting more of their marketing dollars in this underserved area.

By Punit Dhillon

Human Resources

How to Spend Zero on Recruiting and Still Hire the Best Candidates

Companies don't have to spend huge sums of money on hiring the right people. Here's how to build a culture that will do the recruiting for you.

By Mike Mirshahzadeh

Business Accounting

5 Tips to Keep Cash Flow Strong

Owners often don't spend enough time estimating the projected arrival of various revenue streams while considering their deadlines to pay expenses. Here's how to apply the necessary dilligence.

By Jesse Torres

Thought Leaders

50 Tips for Starting Your Own Company

From the idea stage to bringing a product or service to market, a business launch encompasses myriad steps. Here's an overview of everything an entrepreneur should consider, from start to finish.

By John Rampton

Entrepreneurs

How to Make the Most of Your Money While on Vacation

Start with focusing on these three vacation expenses.

By J.D. Roth

Building a Business

10 Essential Startup Lessons That You May Not Have Learned in College

To start a successful business, you'll have to quickly learn some techniques that aren't in any book.

By John Rampton

Building a Business

America’s Most Expensive States

Cost of living varies all over the country -- something business owners know all too well. Here's a look at the most expensive states to live in.

By Scott Cohn

Building a Business

Why You Need to Share Your Finances to Buy a Franchise

When purchasing a franchise, it is imperative to have your books in order.

By Joel Libava

Business Funding

Tight Budget Launch Dilemma – Outsource or DIY?

The self-funded entrepreneur can neither afford to outsource everything or do things poorly.

By Rohan Ayyar

Business Operations & Logistics

5 Reasons Why Pay Per Click Ads Work for Small Budgets

PPC ads are so effective that by the time you can afford more, you may not need more.

By Brent Frei

Thought Leaders

Get the Most From Conferences, Even on a Startup Budget

The world, and your industry, are bigger than your address book. Conferences are a chance to learn more and maybe get the break you're ready for.

By Kai Sato

Marketing

Managing and Organizing an Effective PR Strategy on a Budget

Not all early-stage startups require a PR team but the ones that do, need to figure out how to get the most bang for the buck.

By Taryn Langer

Building a Business

3 Tips for Digital Marketing on a Budget

Want to expand your digital reach without breaking the bank? Here are three tips.

By Georgia Travers

Business News

What Your ‘Cheap Date’ Says About the Global Economy

Deutsche Bank's Cheap Date Index found that London is among the most expensive cities, whereas Mumbai is the cheapest.

By Ansuya Harjani

Building a Business

7 Ways to Craft a Great Company Culture on a Budget

A carnival of perks is great, but how do businesses without multimillion-dollar budgets for complimentary manicure salons compete?

By Amy Power

Marketing

Attention Service Companies: 5 Ways to Build Your Brand on a Budget

While product companies often have an easier time conveying their brand message, service-focused businesses also must have a strategy for creating their unique identity. Check out five ways to do it on a budget.

By Joanna Lord

Marketing

3 Tricks to Create Premium Video Content on a Budget

While video content is becoming a more mainstream marketing strategy, it can be expensive. Here are a few strategies for creating top-notch content without spending a fortune.

By Sujan Patel

Building a Business

Shoestring Budget? No Problem. Just Be Creative.

An arts entrepreneur shares four lessons in innovating -- in art form and business style. Marshal resources and build personal connections.

By Emily Wozniak

Business Accounting

Bootstrapping Your Way to Success With These 9 Tips

Bootstrapping a business is no walk in the park. Here are nine tips on how to land success with a low budget.

By Vicky Keston

Building a Business

The Ramen Noodle Startup Menu

Give these five budget-slicing moves a whirl when launching a new business.

By Jamie Pennington and Sarah Crossman Sullivan

Tech

The 5 Key Factors of Website Success

You must have these five commonly accepted factors in place if you want your online business to succeed.

By Jon Rognerud

Building a Business

Taking Care of Your Loved Ones When Your Business Can’t

Entrepreneurship comes with financial risk. Is it possible to take the leap if you're also supporting a family?

By Amanda Steinberg

Building a Business

Facebook’s Safety Solution: Hire a Cop for $200,000 a Year

The social media giant has partnered with the city of Menlo Park, Calif., to have a police officer patrol the area surrounding Facebook's headquarters.