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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 new study shows Americans under 40 have saved less than previous generations. What might that mean for those who hope to own a business?According to a report released today by the Urban Institute, a Washington D.C. independent research center, Americans under 40-years-old have amassed less wealth than their parents when they were the same age....

In honor of Women’s History Month and as part of their ongoing programs to help women entrepreneurs, The Coca-Cola Company today revealed the details of a major initiative they’ve created with the International Finance Company.Working with the International Finance Company, a member of the World Bank Group, Coca-Cola today announced a $100...

The pros and cons of leasing office equipment for your business....

Grant funding isn't just for nonprofits. Startups can also secure grant money. Finding a good match is the hard part. Here are some ideas for launching your search....

 The rapidly changing landscape of Harlem has claimed several small businesses as victims of change. Lenox Lounge, Hue-Man Bookstore and Harlem Vintage are all examples of businesses that have closed recently, never to reopen.To prevent more businesses from closing, the Harlem Business Alliance has announced that it will put a $700,000...

In an attempt to help U.S. military veterans become business owners, TD Bank today announced its joined with the International Franchise Association (IFA) and a pilot group of well known franchises, in a program to streamline the road to business ownership.Franchises such as Dunkin’ Donuts, Domino’s Pizza, Baskin-Robbins and Papa Murphy’s will now...

New programs help veterans harness their unique skills -- including determination, creative problem-solving and risk tolerance -- to overcome the challenges of starting a business....

Microsoft Corp., started a $75 million program that will put as many as a million small African businesses online in the next three years. Microsoft also plans to sell “tens of millions” of smartphones, computers and other devices at a discount under the program.“The purpose of this is to find ways of engaging the continent on...

It will soon be easier for small businesses in the greater Philadelphia area to improve and grow thanks to a new initiative by Goldman Sachs.The international investment bank is committing $20 million, as part of their 10,000 Small Businesses Initiative to small businesses in Philadelphia,the ninth city to be chosen for the program. Small...