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Lending to Franchises Reaches the Highest Level Since the Recession
Banks are expected to make $23.9 billion available to franchise businesses this year, according to a new report by the International Franchise Association.
A Mobile Game That Enables Real-World Microlending
Seeds, a free mobile game, lets players build a virtual civilization while microfinancing women entrepreneurs in Kenya.
Why Consumer Credit Matters to Small Businesses (Opinion)
Washington's recent efforts to protect consumers may be hampering small-business growth.
Why Business Loans Are Up for Grabs
Lending experts suggest that, finally, small-business owners and entrepreneurs can secure loans for their businesses -- if only they wanted them.
Online Platform Connects Entrepreneurs with Local Lenders
SoMoLend has facilitated over 100 small-business loans totaling nearly $3.5 million.
Sequester Countdown: What's in Store for the SBA
Here is how the small-business agency is going to be affected by the $85 billion in government-spending cuts that will go into effect starting Friday.
Why Peer-to-Peer Lending Could Be a Good Investment Choice
Are you looking for better returns? Think about peer-to-peer lending.
Kauffman Foundation's State of Entrepreneurship: A Hopeful Outlook for 2013
Industry watchers are hopeful that entrepreneurship is on the rise.
Nervous Optimism About Capital Markets for Small Businesses in 2013
JOBS Act could give rise to additional IPOs in the New Year.
The Biggest Trends in Business for 2013
Our look at new directions in business and how they will affect you in the coming year -- and beyond.
5 Things to Consider Before Lending Money to Friends and Family
Many business owners have learned the hard way that family, friends and finances don't always mix.
Why the Fed Should Ease Up on Weak Small Banks (Opinion)
Lending to small businesses has dropped, but experts disagree on the reason.
Government Report Shows Downward Trend in Small Business Lending
Small business loans contracted last year, while large businesses secured more dollars, according to the Small Business Administration Office of Advocacy.
9 Things Startups Must Know Before Approaching Lenders
These steps will put you ahead of the game before you start, and increase your chances of securing funds for your small business.
Venture Capital: Fewer Deals, Fewer Dollars
For the third quarter in a row, the market for venture capital shrank, continuing a long-term trend in the industry.