Your Guide to Starting Your Own Business

Learn the challenges your tech startup may encounter so you can overcome them and achieve success.

Not every business idea is a good one. Here's how to tell if your business idea is bad and act on it.

Looking for an investment? These tips should help you survive the shark tank.

This guide helps first-time commercial lessees understand what to look for before signing a lease on the place where they hope their business will thrive.

There's a lot to love about entrepreneurship, but the sacrifices are considerable. Weigh the pros and cons of entrepreneurship before launching a business.

Before you consider a franchise, ensure you understand how it differs from other business models. Learn franchising's benefits and how to open a franchise.

Some unusual businesses may seem illegal or unethical but are actually fully lawful. Explore some examples of dicey businesses that are aboveboard.

Alternative lending has become a popular small business financing option, but not all nontraditional loans are good. Look for these six warning signs.

Vegan businesses are exploding in popularity. Learn about successful and inspiring vegan businesses to help you come up with your own vegan business idea.

Here are the best careers that allow you to be your own boss.

You don't have to put business ownership on hold if you carry personal debt. Learn how to take a strategic approach to bankroll your venture.

Find out the different types of insurance risks for your business and how to mitigate them.

What is it like doing business in Maryland? We interviewed small business owners, lenders and development organization leaders to find out.

As a business owner, at what point should you start giving yourself a salary, and how much do you pay yourself? Learn some key salary considerations.

Women's health products and services are an underserved category. Learn about 5 startups that aim to improve women's health experiences and find success.

Small business owners rely on friends and family for social, financial and emotional support. Learn how community support can help businesses thrive.

The difference between being an entrepreneur and a business owner may lie in your company's legal status – and your personality.

If you're ready to rent a commercial space, here are tips for getting started with the leasing process.

These wedding companies make love their business. Could they also inspire wedding-themed business ideas of your own?

Franchising is a great opportunity for entrepreneurs who want a ready-made business to run. Check out these franchise options for a wide range of budgets.

Through good supply chain management, small businesses can ensure their customers always have the product they need. Here is what you need to know.

Find out what online legal services offer, their pros and cons, and how they differ from traditional legal help.

Whether your kid wants to start a lemonade stand or a bigger enterprise, here's how to ensure the business is legal.

Online peer-to-peer marketplaces make reselling unwanted items a viable business option for just about anyone.

Business News Daily spoke with finance experts to answer these nine FAQs about small business loans.

If you have a talent or service that others want, you could quickly set up a new business. Learn startup ideas, legal considerations and marketing tips.

C2B businesses aim to generate value from their customer base, such as by crowdsourcing ideas or soliciting customer feedback. Learn how a C2B model works.

Small businesses and startups work with tight budgets, but some expenses, such as business insurance, may be worth the cost. Here's what you need to know.

Have you come up with a business idea and wonder if it could be the next great thing? Ask yourself these nine questions to determine its viability.

Protecting your business's brand is just as important as creating it. Find out how to apply for a trademark.