Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Melissa Houston covers financial issues that affect women in business.

Mehdi Punjwani has over seven years of experience in writing about personal finance and business, covering a range of topics for audiences in the US and the UK. He takes pride in making complicated ...

Small businesses are integral to the economic strength and growth of the communities they serve. From mom-and-pop stores to smaller specialized product and service providers, these businesses use ...

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One of the biggest impressions the COVID-19 pandemic left on the world was the change to the traditional workplace setup. Remote work is becoming commonplace in many industries, and an Upwork study ...

Starting your own home business does not have to cost a lot of money! In fact, there are many businesses you can launch for less than $100. Some can even get started today with what you already have ...