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The 10 Best U.S. Cities to Start a Business in for 2016

Up and Running

While we may think of a major hub like Silicon Valley as a prime example of an entrepreneurial city, the reality is that these epicenters of growth may not always offer the most supportive climate for new businesses. Ranked number one on WalletHub’s Best Cities to Start a Business, Sioux Falls is a great place to put down roots.

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Tips For Business Growth In 2014

YoungUpstarts

economy but competition is tough for American businesses, especially for small businesses competing against a sea of big box competitors. It’s important to note that many of today’s small businesses are owned and operated by women. Change in the business is happening at a faster pace than ever.

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43 Entrepreneurs Explain Why They Started Their Businesses

Hearpreneur

I started SnapCap after realizing that the traditional business loan model just doesn’t work for small businesses. Small businesses don’t have mass amounts of money to weather financial curveballs or hardship, nor can they afford the lengthy time it takes for banks to approve them a loan.