starting a business

Your business plan is a hypothesis — test it

May 29, 2026

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6 min read

Your business plan is a hypothesis — test it

'Pour gas' on what works and pivot from what doesn't. Plus, grants of up to $100,000.

Rosalie Murphy

franchise

May 14, 2026

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6 min read

How does owning a franchise work?

The fees, benefits and restrictions. Plus, a $5,000 grant opportunity.

Rosalie Murphy

starting a business

You and your business partner need a 'prenup'

Apr 30, 2026

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6 min read

You and your business partner need a 'prenup'

Create an operating agreement to protect you both in the future. Plus, a $25,000 grant opportunity.

Rosalie Murphy

starting a business

When can you qualify for a business loan? Maybe sooner than you think

Apr 14, 2026

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9 min read

When can you qualify for a business loan? Maybe sooner than you think

Once you hit the six-month mark, you have some options. Plus, a $3,500 grant opportunity.

Randa Kriss

starting a business

Should you “bank” with a software company?

Mar 30, 2026

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11 min read

Should you “bank” with a software company?

The pros and cons of accounts with Squarespace, Shopify, QuickBooks and more. Plus, a $1,000 grant opportunity.

Rosalie Murphy

starting a business

Two easy ways for your business to save money on gas

Mar 16, 2026

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8 min read

Two easy ways for your business to save money on gas

And a third harder one. Plus, a $50,000 grant opportunity.

Rosalie Murphy

starting a business

Feb 27, 2026

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4 min read

The price of peace of mind

Business insurance can feel like a chore. But it’s really important. Plus, a $4,000 grant opportunity.

Rosalie Murphy

finance

Are you making money? Here's how to tell

Feb 13, 2026

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9 min read

Are you making money? Here's how to tell

Making sense of your profit and loss statement, or P&L. Plus, a $25,000 grant opportunity.

Rosalie Murphy

starting a business

Jan 30, 2026

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5 min read

Is that a write-off? A tax pro explains

Be careful claiming your business deductions. Plus: A $10,000 grant and info on credit card interest rates.

Rosalie Murphy

starting a business

Does getting paid have to be so expensive?

Jan 15, 2026

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3 min read

Does getting paid have to be so expensive?

Payment processing is a cost of doing business, but you might be able to lower it. Plus, a $5,000 grant opportunity.

Rosalie Murphy

starting a business

The hidden hurdle to getting business financing

Nov 14, 2025

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4 min read

The hidden hurdle to getting business financing

Improving your personal credit can unlock lots of doors. Plus, three $2,500 grant opportunities.

Rosalie Murphy

starting a business

How to track, report and deduct your tips

Oct 16, 2025

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4 min read

How to track, report and deduct your tips

Plus: Apply for this $10,000 grant and find free local mentoring.

Hillary Crawford

starting a business

How entrepreneurs really finance their first few months

Sep 30, 2025

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3 min read

How entrepreneurs really finance their first few months

Most rely on their personal savings or assets to get started. Plus, will the Fed rate cut help entrepreneurs?

Rosalie Murphy

starting a business

One easy way to jumpstart your business credit

Aug 28, 2025

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2 min read

One easy way to jumpstart your business credit

Opening vendor accounts and paying by invoice can help you establish business credit. Plus, what’s driving more Americans to start a side business?

Ryan Brady

starting a business

Need to choose a POS system? Here’s how a Nerd did it

Aug 14, 2025

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3 min read

Need to choose a POS system? Here’s how a Nerd did it

Square checked all of my boxes for a new brewery, but no POS system is perfect. Plus, how to audit your software costs and find the best credit card processing deal.

Hillary Crawford

starting a business

Want your own business? Someone may be selling it

Jun 27, 2025

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3 min read

Want your own business? Someone may be selling it

Buying a business has advantages; here's how to find one for sale. Plus: Where to look for business grants.

Rosalie Murphy

starting a business

May 28, 2025

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3 min read

Can your business make money? Ask AI

One good use for an LLM: Figuring out your price ranges. Plus, tips on tariffs and free mentorship.

Rosalie Murphy

starting a business

Your business plan is a hypothesis — test it

How does owning a franchise work?

You and your business partner need a 'prenup'

When can you qualify for a business loan? Maybe sooner than you think

Should you “bank” with a software company?

Two easy ways for your business to save money on gas

The price of peace of mind

Are you making money? Here's how to tell

Is that a write-off? A tax pro explains

Does getting paid have to be so expensive?

The hidden hurdle to getting business financing

How to track, report and deduct your tips

How entrepreneurs really finance their first few months

One easy way to jumpstart your business credit

Need to choose a POS system? Here’s how a Nerd did it

Want your own business? Someone may be selling it

Can your business make money? Ask AI

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