Money coach Alvin Hall says starting a business is a huge financial risk for which most people don't properly plan. In this edition of the Money Train series, Hall offers a listener advice on how to ...

For many, owning a business is a symbol of the American dream. It can be exciting to imagine becoming your own boss, working for yourself and offering employment to others – all helping build ...

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. As a recent college graduate, you have your degree and possibly some experience from an initial job or internship. But now, you’re ...

Garages, backroom offices, and coffee shops are some of the starting points of many successful businesses— representing the founder's several trials and tribulations to build up their companies and ...

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Are you thinking about starting your own business? It's a big decision, and there's a lot to think about before taking the plunge. Here are five things you need to consider before hangin' out your ...

The exact steps for forming an LLC vary by state, but it's a similar process in most states. You'll need a business name, a registered agent, articles of organization, and an operating agreement in ...

There is no shortage of things you need to know before starting your own business. What is your business plan? How will you market your business? What differentiates your business from others? These ...

Investopedia contributors come from a range of backgrounds, and over 25 years there have been thousands of expert writers and editors who have contributed. Trevor Williams / Getty Images If you have a ...

If you're looking to start a small business from home this winter, there are several options that require minimal investment ...