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The rules of the Paycheck Protection Program keep changing. And the latest rules change has some business owners thinking about giving their money bac…

The credit is worth up to $5,000 per paid employee for businesses financially harmed by the coronavirus pandemic that continue to keep employees on th…

The massive federal stimulus bill just passed by the House of Representatives is "dead on arrival" in the Senate. But a few proposals in the bill have…

"The Food Truck Lawyer" has some words of advice for anyone curious about starting their own empire, an opportunity that could make sense in the age o…

We rate five video-chat platforms for user-friendliness and security features.

The Paycheck Protection Program rolled out with great fanfare to help save small businesses during the coronavirus pandemic. But something the IRS jus…

Many business owners put everything they have into their businesses, and in doing so forget to make a plan for their own personal finances. That's a b…

Most of the world's best e-commerce stocks were already enjoying a tailwind from broader digital trends. The COVID-19 outbreak is simply speeding up a…

The COVID-19 pandemic has gouged the retail industry. These 10 retail stocks have either been linked to possible bankruptcy filings or given off other…

With oil prices having dipped into negative territory, S&P Global Platts's Vito Turitto joins our hosts Sandy Block and Ryan Ermey to break down exact…

An important part of owning a successful business is having a plan for what happens when it's time for you to move on.

Should small-business owners be afraid of being held captive by 831(b) rule changes? Captive insurance has been a legal tax strategy for years, but th…

Coming up with extra cash to pay the bills, cover unexpected expenses, boost savings, or accelerate your flagging 401(k) as we hunker down to ward off…

Coming up with extra cash to pay the bills, cover unexpected expenses, boost savings, accelerate your 401(k) or perhaps even finance a dream vacation …

The 2020 election will be like no other in history, as the COVID-19 pandemic will upend the business of politics as usual.

The Kiplinger Letter's managing editor Jim Patterson joins our hosts Ryan Ermey and Sandy Block to break down the ramifications for states that aren't…

Localities that have pushed reusable bags are backing off as the plastics industry argues their disposable bags are safer.

There’s a reason the money’s all gone — the terms of the Paycheck Protection Program for small businesses are generous.

Consumers will look askance at anything they’re asked to touch, leading to a surge in app usage and other alternatives to contacting public screens.

No matter what business you're in, there's probably at least one CARES Act tax breaks that can improve your bottom line and help you stay afloat.

The fastest growing segment of entrepreneurs is 50 years old or older. Learn what it takes to grow your own business.

Here is a rough guide to how deep a decline we’re facing, and how the eventual recovery may unfold.

CARES Act expands select loan programs administered by the Small Business Administration. See if you qualify.

I've never seen anything like the CARES Act for small businesses. Here's how to take advantage of this economic stimulus opportunity.