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Nothing will cripple your business faster that financial troubles. To make sure things run smoothly, follow these 10 tips for sound bookkeeping.

There's just ONE thing to remember about effective bookkeeping: Don't make it complicated. Here are five examples to illustrate my point.

More good news on jobs and the U.S. trade deficit makes a case for cautious optimism among small businesses during the year ahead.

What does 2012 hold for credit and debt? Here are some ideas about what you can do to ready yourself for next year's credit market.

Is your small business running on fumes? Credit unions are eager to make the small business loans that large banks aren't interested in.

Starting a new business is risky, but the founders of clothing company Vineyard Vines made it work. Learn their secrets to building a successful startup.

New debit-card fees charged by big banks have inspired many to vow that they'll take their business elsewhere. But breaking up is hard to do.

If you feel as though you are drowning in debt, here's a tool that can help you evaluate your options and figure out a solution.

Businesses today can choose from a wide variety of financing options. That's why it's so important to know how -- and why -- to pick the right loan for your business needs.

The new-and-improved FICO 8 formula promises to lift the credit scores of millions. So why aren't lenders using it?

Running a business from home requires discipline, organization, and a special mind-set. Here, business owners who've mastered it share their secrets.

Proposed new agreements with Colombia, Panama, and South Korea could bring small businesses more than $13 billion in new export opportunities.

You don't have to be saddled to your mortgage for a full 30 years. Break free by using these tips to pay off your home ahead of schedule.

Capital One's new cash-back rewards card may be a good fit for your small business. But a lot depends upon your company's credit-card spending habits.

With credit as tight as it is these days, seller financing is likely the quickest, most profitable way to exit your small business.

One company has a huge say in whether or not you'll be able to open a checking account. Here's how to make sure you're staying on good terms with them.

A credit-card default APR can be a devastating burden on a small business. Here are the default rates -- and what triggers them -- for popular business credit cards.

That mild-mannerred woman in accounting might be stealing millions from you. Here's how to make sure that she isn't.

To select the card with the right mix of features and benefits for your small business’s needs, you first have to decide which are most important. Here are a few questions to get...