Government Support of Business

Banks are still reluctant to give credit to small businesses, but many are being more generous with unsecured personal loans.

To spur business growth and encourage financial success in 2012, lawmakers must work together on policies that will help small businesses create jobs.

Why should building business credit be on the top of your list? Learn why separating your personal and business finances should be a top priority.

Business groups attack the recess appointment of Richard Cordray to lead the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, but it's a move that can benefit small business.

Entrepreneurs are an innovative bunch. So what do they do for money when bank loans aren't an option? Anything and everything they can think of!

New reports reveals that Bank of America may be cutting off the credit tap for small businesses it deems too risky to assist.

Entrepreneurs need to answer several key questions in the pre-startup phase. These answers will help you form your business plan.

Creating a sound business plan is critical for finding funding, determining how your business is managed and run, and planning for the future.

There are a number of reasonable startup capital options available to aspiring entrepreneurs. The key is good planning.

A business credit line can help your business meet routine, short-term capital needs. Different types of credit lines require different collateral.

Working capital calculations help you understand how much money it will take to run your business and how long it may take to reach a profit.

Feeling overwhelmed by the prospect of writing your business plan? You don't have to do it all by yourself.

Most startups need funding, but fledgling entrepreneurs often don't know where to start their search for capital.

Business licenses and permits keep your startup in compliance. Government resources can help you understand and adhere to licensing requirements.

Finding help for your new company starts with clicking on the many small business articles and websites that exist to assist you in your business venture.

Rieva Lesonsky shares her fave things for small businesses, from backup tools and online analysis to microfinance nonprofits and free help for startups.

New incentives give small businesses more reason than ever to hire skilled veterans returning home from Iraq and Afghanistan.

Congress is moving ahead with plans to grant a six-year extension for the Small Business Innovation Research and Technology Transfer programs.

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