Katie Miller is a consumer financial services expert. She worked for almost two decades as an executive, leading multi-billion dollar mortgage, credit card, and savings portfolios with operations ...

In many ways, the internet has leveled the playing field for small business owners everywhere. Online businesses are relatively easy to start, without the kind of up-front costs a brick-and-mortar ...

Starting an online business allows you to sell goods or services without a brick-and-mortar location. Even if the concept is fairly simple, it takes a little work to ensure it’s viable and set up ...

Have you ever dreamed of owning a business? I can’t blame you. The advantages, after all, are crystal clear. Mainly, you get to be your own boss, set your own hours, and make a living off of a passion ...

Elysse Bell is a finance and business writer for Investopedia. She writes about small business, personal finance, technology, and more. Samantha (Sam) Silberstein, CFP®, CSLP®, EA, is an experienced ...

Aspiring entrepreneurs may need help to develop great business ideas, especially when it seems everyone has already taken all the good ones. Still, it’s possible to succeed by making old ideas or ...

Starting a small business can seem less daunting when you break the process into smaller, more achievable steps. If you’re wondering how to start a small business, this 10-step guide can help you move ...

A home business requires a lot of the same preparation as any other business, but you can skip finding an office or retail space. Many, or all, of the products featured on this page are from our ...

Janette Novak is a freelance journalist and consultant who specializes in teaching online business and small business marketing. Previously, Janette owned a boutique marketing agency and served as a ...