Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Melissa Houston covers financial issues that affect women in business. In our current economy, where the cost of living has spiked ...

Proactive financial planning, encompassing year-round tax strategies and diligent expense tracking, is essential for entrepreneurs to prevent crises and make data-driven decisions from inception.

Find out what you must do before starting a business, from writing a business plan to getting the proper insurance.

Launching a business is an exciting endeavor, but it requires careful financial planning. One of the most common mistakes is ...

Financial prep and market research are crucial before starting a business. Struggles fuel growth; setbacks teach lessons essential for entrepreneurial success. Growth requires discipline, innovation ...

Here's a quick pop quiz: What do Ray Kroc, Colonel Sanders, Arianna Huffington, Bernie Marcus and Grandma Moses have in common? Answer: They all launched highly successful businesses — McDonald’s, KFC ...

Many people look forward to retiring so that they can stop working altogether. But a growing number of Americans are rethinking their approach to retirement and are integrating work into it to some ...

After years in executive leadership, the author chose to buy a business instead of starting one from scratch to gain entrepreneurial freedom with less risk. Acquisition entrepreneurship offers ...