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startup financing

starting a business

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When should you stop investing in your business?

Aug 27, 2026

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6 min read

When should you stop investing in your business?

Plus: A $1,000 grant and details on the new Intuit credit card.

Rosalie Murphy
Rosalie Murphy

starting a business

+4

'Friendly fraud' is coming for small businesses

Aug 13, 2026

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6 min read

'Friendly fraud' is coming for small businesses

Plus, a $2,500 grant and a nice improvement from the IRS.

Rosalie Murphy
Rosalie Murphy

starting a business

+4

Five real ways to use AI in your business

Jul 30, 2026

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6 min read

Five real ways to use AI in your business

Plus, a $1,000 grant opportunity and cheap AI workshop.

Rosalie Murphy
Rosalie Murphy

starting a business

+5

The surprising case for raising your prices

Jul 16, 2026

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5 min read

The surprising case for raising your prices

Sometimes, charging more helps things run more smoothly. Plus, a $50,000 grant opportunity.

Ryan Brady
Ryan Brady

entrepreneurship

+4

The pros (and cons) of business credit cards

Jun 30, 2026

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6 min read

The pros (and cons) of business credit cards

You can build business credit and bridge cash flow gaps. Plus, a $20,000 grant opportunity.

Rosalie Murphy
Rosalie Murphy

starting a business

+4

11 things this entrepreneur wishes he'd known before launching

Jun 15, 2026

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6 min read

11 things this entrepreneur wishes he'd known before launching

Save some cash, review your lease agreement and protect your work-life balance. Plus, a $1,000 microgrant.

Hillary Crawford
Hillary Crawford

franchise

+5

How does owning a franchise work?

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
Rosalie Murphy

starting a business

+4

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
Rosalie Murphy

starting a business

+4

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
Randa Kriss

starting a business

+4

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
Rosalie Murphy

starting a business

+4

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
Rosalie Murphy

starting a business

+4

The price of peace of mind

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
Rosalie Murphy

starting a business

+5

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
Rosalie Murphy

entrepreneurship

+2

Apply for a business line of credit before you need it

Oct 31, 2025

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4 min read

Apply for a business line of credit before you need it

Plus: A $20,000 grant opportunity and a quick survey for you.

Rosalie Murphy
Rosalie Murphy

starting a business

+4

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
Rosalie Murphy

starting a business

+4

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
Ryan Brady

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