Startups

The emerging "super credit score" and what it means for your ability to borrow -- or not.

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.

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!

These six strategies can help reduce your risk while at the same time saving you money and headaches during your business's early stages.

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

Not all successful entrepreneurs are quintessential risk-takers. But knowing your tolerance for risk and how risky your business idea is is an important step when starting a business.

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

Crowdfunding offers an exciting new way for entrepreneurs to obtain startup financing. Check out the top crowdfunding sites to learn how to get your share.

Before asking friends or relatives to invest in your business, know what you are getting into and how to structure these transactions.

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.

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

The right office equipment will boost your startup's efficiency and abilities. Use this annotated checklist to determine exactly what your new company needs.

A board of advisors provides professional guidance on a host of important business issues during startup and beyond.

25 basic business terms every entrepreneur or business startup owner needs to know.

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.

Creating a business plan can be a daunting task. But there are plenty of books and online resources available to help you through it.

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

Angel investors can bring more then just money to a startup business. They can bring experience, contacts, wisdom, and in some cases even customers!