Entrepreneurship

There are thousands of franchise opportunities to choose from, so getting down to a single option can take time.

Determining creditworthiness of smaller and medium-sized corporations isn't as easy as for larger companies, but these tips can help.

Running your own business has both personal and financial perks.

Oil and gas investments can provide unmatched deduction potential for accredited investors.

We explore the most common ways that people get rich, and look at what you can do to join the ranks of the wealthy.

These rules are in place to protect consumers and help businesses thrive at the same time.

Some of the most successful inventions were created by accident. Many of these products were never meant to see public distribution, but ended up becoming extremely popular.

Many companies use versioning and bundling to increase sales. These strategies can offer value to consumers, but they also mean higher costs.

Find out where the extremely wealthy are putting their cash in 2011.

There is plenty of love on Wall Street, even if it's all just words.

These tips will not only make you a better employee, they'll make you a healthier person.

Starting a home business means new tax breaks you can claim - just make sure you're claiming the right ones in the right way.

Working from home is a dream for many, but sometimes the dream doesn't match up to the reality.

Knowing these start-up company issues - and how to avoid them - will keep your new business thriving.

Learning how to assess business models helps investors identify companies that are the best investments.

This growing industry is full of opportunities for the socially conscious investor.

Your step-by-step guide to leaving the nine-to-five world and striking out on your own ... successfully.

Starting a small business can be a daunting task. This tutorial will break the process down into easy steps.

Your step-by-step guide to leaving the nine-to-five world and striking out on your own ... successfully.

If you work for yourself, make sure you are getting the most for your tax dollars.

Often, the name of a business can enhance its profits. Find out the surprising former names of these now-successful companies.

Find out what you can do to limit risk and keep your business running smoothly.

In order to increase your odds for receiving funding, here are some criteria considered by venture capitalists.

Learn about the richest people from India and how they accumulated their fortunes.

Don't let these start-up problems ruin your business success.

Learn about the rise of the "mompreneur" and why these industrious women are getting so much attention.

Before you work from home you should consider these seven things to make sure it's for you.

As Wall Street set to close for the holidays, a few companies held off on their Christmas shopping to give the financial world something to talk about.

It's only a matter of time before a new crop of wealthy individuals hits the billion dollar mark in 2011.

IPOs can be a great way to get in early, but these companies remind investors to be cautious when investing in new issues.

Learn the myths behind telecommuting and running a home-based business.

If you are paying out of pocket, you can make your business expenses work for you at tax time.

This week, learn about important tea parties and the key to striking it rich according to J. Paul Getty.

The first written policy appeared in Hammurabi's Code. Find out how it evolved from there.

Save on year-end business taxes with these ideas: incorporate in another region, create an umbrella company, sell inventory and make smart investments.

Many think working from home is going to be great, but here are some common misconceptions about telecommuting and running a home-based business.

We've become so complacent in our work duties that we often don't realize the habits that are holding us back.

These five privately owned startups outperformed the competition to earn huge revenues in the last few years.

This week, Orange County nearly goes bankrupt and an important agricultural invention goes unpatented.

Working from home has some great perks and some definite drawbacks. Before you take the leap, find out if you have the mindset needed to work effectively from your home.

Wealth rarely falls into our hands. But for these success stories, money seemingly came with minimal effort - and a lot of luck.

Whether you're unemployed, a stay-at-home parent or retiree, working from home is a great career option.

If you like a little controversy with your career, check out these jobs.

Learn why comapanies sometimes take a bite from their existing products and services.

Tycoons like Bill Gates and Steve Jobs are household names, but see if you can name the elusive pioneers of these inventions.

Running your own business may be the American Dream, but it's become a nightmare for many entrepreneurs. Learn how to avoid the most common factors leading to bankrupt businesses.

Microfinancing allows people in poverty to safely take on reasonable small business loans in an ethical manner.