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OPEN Forum's editors round up the most compelling news and advice from the week. Here are the highlights. Read More

Are you short on startup funds? Try these creative alternatives to bank loans for surprising sources of funding. Read More

The day will come when an employee gets another offer. Here's what you should think about before countering. Read More

Once you establish a good habit, it's a matter of routine. Imagine having routines in place that keep your finances on course. To get those good habits in place, you first must face the bad financial habits you have now. Face them, and then drop them like the hot potatoes they are. Read More

This is a good time to review time-tested principles that help at budget time. While I can’t cover this large issue in a brief post, here are some ways to analyze expenses and manage the budget process for better results. Read More

Money issues can make or break an entrepreneur. Here's a list of the most common pitfalls small businesses can avoid. Read More

Money issues are absolutely the biggest pitfalls that entrepreneurs like you and I face. But the good news is that there are things you can do to help avoid these problems. Read More

Are you a cash-strapped entrepreneur? Here are some easy tips to launch your business without having a boatload of money. Read More

Interest rates can determine if your business sinks or swims. Here's how the Federal Reserve determines them. Read More

A government contract can provide a steady revenue stream, if you're willing to fill out a few forms first. Read More