Finance | Small business news; tips; networking

Posted by mariajoe under Finance
From http://blogs.findlaw.com 5566 days ago
Made Hot by: on September 2, 2009 2:46 pm

Kickstarter.com is an innovative way to find funding for small business. The site, created to aid artists, has been pegged by emerging, expanding, and struggling small businesses as a creative way to communicate project ideas to potential investors. The concept is easy. Small businesses create an online profile explaining their project and setti Read More

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The Truth About Government Grants for Small Business

Posted by ShawnHessinger under Raising Capital
From http://usgovinfo.about.com 5569 days ago
Made Hot by: CindyKing on August 31, 2009 2:51 pm

Government grants for small business are often talked about as an option when launching your new venture, but how realistic an option is this when starting out? Well, in the United States any government grants to help small business will likely come from the states and this list of links from About.com should help you get an idea what's out there Read More

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Buying A Franchise? Here Are 3 Must-Ask Questions To Help You Lower Your Risk

Posted by franpro under Franchises
From http://www.thefranchisekingblog.com 5574 days ago
Made Hot by: CharleneNance12 on August 27, 2009 1:53 pm

Not every future franchise owner knows the right questions to ask... Read More

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How Do I Raise $30,000 Without Credit, Banks, or Investors?

Posted by JoshAK under Finance
From http://allbizanswers.com 5575 days ago
Made Hot by: tiroberts on August 26, 2009 2:46 pm

Are you looking to fund your start up without having to give your business away? Here's an interesting discussion on just that. Read More

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A Manual for Tax Deductions and Bookkeeping

Posted by ZaneSafrit under Taxes
From http://smallbiztrends.com 5575 days ago
Made Hot by: on August 26, 2009 2:45 pm

Can you keep up with all the business deductions and the bookkeeping needed for them? No. few of us can. Here's your solution, maybe: Small Business Operator is a book now in its 32nd printing that can help you do just that. 32nd printing shows the book is a dependable resource for you to maximize your profits, minimize your tax expenses without Read More

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5 Reasons Small Businesses Are Turning to Receivables Financing

Posted by mattknoe under Raising Capital
From http://blog.receivablesxchange.com 5579 days ago
Made Hot by: biancaaquino on August 20, 2009 5:21 pm

Learn how financial executives of small and midsize businesses are using receivables financing to improve working capital while credit remains tight. Read More

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Franchise Mathematics; How Many More Franchise Broker Networks Do We Need?

Posted by franpro under Franchises
From http://www.thefranchisekingblog.com 5581 days ago
Made Hot by: SJC on August 18, 2009 8:56 pm

This post won't be popular with the franchise brokerage community..... Read More

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SCORE: How to finance a startup business

Posted by arthurbland under Finance
From http://www.naplesnews.com 5595 days ago
Made Hot by: maplesummit on August 4, 2009 8:19 pm

I want to start a new auto repair business. I have some savings but will need a business line of credit to tide me over until I can generate enough revenue to pay the bills and provide a steady income for my family. What are my options? A: Steven, if what's standing between you and starting your own business is a lack of money there are a number Read More

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How to find government small business grants

Posted by ShawnHessinger under Raising Capital
From http://www.ehow.com 5597 days ago
Made Hot by: toasteroven on August 4, 2009 11:31 am

Certified public accountant Amber Hill suggests some thoughts about how to find government small business grants. In this video, Hill suggests some of the Websites and resources for the small business person seeking grant funding as well as the information and paperwork that needs to be assembled before applying. From personal experience, hunting Read More

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The Art of Raising Venture Capital

Posted by roseanderson under Raising Capital
From http://growsmartbusiness.com 5608 days ago
Made Hot by: aliciatrinidad on July 23, 2009 1:42 pm

Most of you who know me know I am big fan of Guy Kawasaki and not just because he was an Apple evangelist but because he understands startups. He invests in them, launches his own and writes no BS books on the topics that are must reads for anyone out there looking to start a business, especially if you are looking to raise capital for your busines Read More