Building a Business
The Brilliance of Failure, In the Words of a Self-Made Billionaire
E-commerce mogul Michael Rubin plays fast and hard and has lost a lot along the way. But to hear him tell it, that's exactly why he is winning now.
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Building a Business
Most Students Now Pay for College Themselves
Some 80 percent of college students chip in for their education. There is one thing, however, that mom and dad are still paying for.
Building a Business
New Student Loan Law Offers Short-Term Benefits and Potentially Long-Term Headaches
President Obama is expected to sign a new student loan bill into law today. While it stands to reduce costs for many in the near term, students could face higher costs down the road.
By Diana Ransom
Building a Business
The College Question for Entrepreneurs Gains Momentum as Costs Surge
Regardless of whether interest rates on certain student loans stay inflated, the high cost of college must be met proactively. Here are some tips for tamping down on your education debt-load.
Building a Business
U.S. Consumer Getting Stronger, Loan Delinquencies Continue to Fall
U.S. consumers continued to pay down debt in the first quarter of 2013 as household wealth rose above its pre-recession peak.
By Paige Gance
Business Accounting
9 Strategies for Improving Your Credit Rating
Start cleaning up your credit rating and improving your credit scores with these smart tips from a personal finance expert.
Business Accounting
The Ethics Coach on Pirating Software, Copycat Designing and More
This month we tackle thorny questions about pirates, extreme imitation and angry creditors.
By Gael O'Brien
Business Accounting
Negotiating Secrets: How to Convince Creditors Not to Ruin Your Credit Score
Not everything in your credit history has to show up on your credit report. Here's how to convince your creditors to remove or modify negative information.
Building a Business
Save or Pay Off Debt? How to Weigh Your Options
Social entrepreneur and educator Steve Mariotti on the importance of a thorough analysis when it comes to your startup's finances.
Business Accounting
Loans, Contracts and Jobs: How Federal Spending Cuts Could Affect You
If Congress can't come to a deal over how to reduce the budget, numerous small businesses could be affected.
Business Accounting
Closing the African-American Startup Gap (Opinion)
Targeted minority-lending programs have had only limited success in encouraging new-business creation among minorities. Could crowd-funding help close the startup gap?
By Scott Shane
Building a Business
Rob Foregger on Fixing the Debt (Opinion)
The presidential election is a wake-up call for the main event: Tackling America's out-of-control debt problem, the EverBank co-founder writes.
By Rob Foregger
Building a Business
Obama vs. Romney on Government Contracting and Federal Spending
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.
By Diana Ransom
Business Accounting
What Paul Ryan on the GOP Ticket Could Mean for Small-Business Owners
In choosing the conservative Congressman from Wisconsin, Mitt Romney makes a bold choice. But is it a good one?
By Diana Ransom
Building a Business
How to Start Up and Pay Down Your Student-Loan Debt
New graduates face higher student loans than any other generation -- making starting up all the more intimidating. Here are five lean start-up strategies to help you shake off those debt woes.
Building a Business
The JOBS Act Doesn’t Mean You Should Run Out and Raise Equity
Selling equity in a business only makes sense for a business if there's a potential to generate substantial income on the investors' money.
By Scott Shane
Building a Business
Taking on Debt to Grow Your Business
In today's economy, debt is a four-letter word -- but it can also be essential for growing a business. Here are some options that could help boost your working capital.
Building a Business
Four Tips for Working Out Your Business Debts
You can get out from under that mountain of debt. Here's how to make sure your bank works for you, versus the other way around.
Business Accounting
What the Failed Deficit Deal Could Mean for Small Businesses
Failure to meet an agreement over reducing the nation's debts could trigger a spate of spending cuts that could carry implications for small businesses.
By Diana Ransom
Business Accounting
What a U.S. Default Might Mean for Small Businesses
As the political bickering over the nation's debts goes on, business owners may be wondering how a default could affect them.
By Diana Ransom
Building a Business
How to Make Debt Work for Your Business
Used wisely, debt can be a good addition to your books.
By Jeff Wuorio