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A new study from AI software company MRPeasy highlights the best and worst states to start a small business. Nevada was at the top of the list, while Louisiana came in last. The study looked at the ...

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Coworking space platform CoworkingCafe wanted to find out, so they analyzed data from more than 100 cities. The research they put together looked at gross domestic product (GDP), number of business ...

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To help your small business succeed, you’ll want to set up shop in a city that fosters success. A thriving entrepreneurial community filled with people striking out on their own for all the right ...

Andy Smith is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®), licensed realtor and educator with over 35 years of diverse financial management experience. He is an expert on personal finance, corporate finance ...