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Business Ideas

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5 Signs You've Got a Great Business Idea

15 Smart Business Ideas for 2018

12 Business Ideas Poised for Success

10 Unique Business Ideas to Inspire You in 2018

9 Business Ideas We Love

Business Plans

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How to Write the Financial Section of a Business Plan

12 Free Business Plan Templates for Startups

The Dos and Don'ts of Writing a Great Business Plan

Simple Business Plan Templates for Entrepreneurs

Writing a Business Plan? Do These 5 Things First

Startup Basics

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Entrepreneur's Guide to Operating Agreements

How to Start a Business: A Step-by-Step Guide

20 Small Business Trends and Predictions for 2018

How to Choose the Best Legal Structure for Your Business

4 Things to Do Before Starting a Business

Startup Funding

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The 5 Fs of Crowdfunding and How to Use Them

Beyond the Bank Loan: 6 Alternative Financing Methods for Startups

Debt vs. Equity Financing: What's the Best Choice for Your Business?

Startup Costs: How Much Cash Will You Need?

6 Small Business Loan Myths Busted

Franchising

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Prefer Working Solo? 12 Franchises That Don't Need Employees

12 Franchises You Can Own For Less Than $100,000

How to Choose the Right Franchise

How to Turn Your Startup Into a Franchise

The Basics of Franchising and Today's Top Opportunities

Success Stories

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14 Great Examples of Socially Responsible Businesses

Founded When? America's Oldest Companies

9 Companies Founded by Amazing Young Entrepreneurs

8 Unique and Inspiring Nonprofit Organizations

14 Strange Etsy Shops You Won't Believe Exist

Entrepreneurs

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4 Questions to Ask Before Starting a Business with a Spouse

Entrepreneurship Defined: What It Means to Be an Entrepreneur

Personality Traits You Need to Start a Business

50 Entrepreneurs Share Their Favorite Inspirational Songs

The Growth of the Gig Economy: A Look at American Freelancers