Small businesses are the backbone of local economies — creating jobs, fostering creativity and supporting community growth. The nature of these businesses is frequently adapting to consumers’ needs.

How you set up your business can have major consequences, from how easy it is to operate on a day-to-day basis to how you pay your taxes. It can also determine whether you are personally liable if ...

Dana Miranda is a Certified Educator in Personal Finance, creator of the Healthy Rich newsletter and author of You Don't Need a Budget: Stop Worrying about Debt, Spend without Shame, and Manage Money ...

Greg Daugherty has worked 25+ years as an editor and writer for major publications and websites. He is also the author of two books. Katie Miller is a consumer financial services expert. She worked ...