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What Your Business Can Learn From The U.S. Debt Crisis

As a small business owner, you can’t afford to emulate the financial habits of our federal government. Don’t drown yourself in debt--take control and act decisively.READ»

Wall Street Got Bailouts; What About Your Business? 3 Key Facts About Bankruptcy

Many business owners are facing bankruptcy--and as the Occupy Wall Street movement reminds them, Wall Street firms got bailouts while they were left to twist in the wind. But here's the truth that escapes some small business owners: bankruptcy can offer valuable protection, and maybe even a route back to solvency--but only if you understand critical information.READ»

Raising Capital: Don’t End Up Like Greece!

Unfortunately, for many smaller businesses, securing additional capital can be a challenge. Here are tips to keep in mind when it comes to securing cash for your business.READ»

GM, Bank of America, And Citigroup Benefitted From “Bailouts”--Why Can’t Small Businesses?

The government has not been nearly as willing to fund small businesses as they were big banks, so many small business owners have had to make do in other ways. A primer on Debtor in Possession financing. READ»

When The Going Gets Tough, The Tough Allow Trade Credit

Trade credit is a powerful tool as long as it's used in a balanced and strategic way. Using it to keep customers and gain market share in this economy might prove to be your greatest achievement to date.READ»

How Cisco's CEO John Chambers Is Turning the Tech Giant Socialist

A hard-core republican turns Cisco into a socialist enterprise -- one with $26 billion in cash.READ»