Maura Horton launched MagnaReady, a line of dress shirts that close with magnets instead of buttons, so that her husband -- former N.C. State assistant football coach Don Horton -- could still dress independently. More
A federal investigation has found that community banks used government funds from an Obama program to pay back recession-era bailouts -- instead of lending the money to small businesses as originally intended. More
Federal regulators are seeking to limit the options of small businesses that turn to Obamacare exchanges next year. For some, it's a deal breaker. More
The most dramatic changes mandated by the The Affordable Care Act, aka "Obamacare," kick in by 2014. These companies are poised for big growth as they work with hospitals, insurance providers and others scrambling to hit deadlines. More
For a small business owner, an order from Wal-Mart means access to the 200 million customers who visit each week, plus the chance to grow sales and hire more employees. Meet four lucky owners. More
As an entrepreneur mom with four kids, Kara Goldin is often on business trips. Here are some travel tips from a small business owner balancing motherhood and enterprise. More
A Kickstarter campaign to fund a movie based on Veronica Mars made its $2 million goal in 11 hours. What happens to entrepreneurs who don't already have a rabid fanbase? More
With the music industry less artist-friendly than it once was, many savvy musicians are starting their own record companies. We talked to five musician-CEOs about the challenges of being both management and labor. More
Miami's real estate has long benefited from Hugo Chavez, thanks to rich Venezuelans fleeing their home country. Now that the socialist leader is dead, brokers fear that easy money will slow to a trickle. More
The Amazing Spider-Man 2 is filming at various locations in the state of New York. That's helping to lift the fortunes of a bagel shop and several other small businesses. More
Automatic spending cuts will trigger a 2% cut in Medicare reimbursement to doctors, hospitals and other health care providers. Experts say this could make it harder for some patients to get care. More
In Colorado Spring, a hub of small businesses that rely heavily on federal contracts, business owners say government work started getting harder to come by months ago. More
Some companies have built successful businesses on government funding. Now, as Washington gets ready to begin automatic budget cuts, these firms are taking stock. More
Premium chocolate brands are a hot commodity in India as the country's growing middle class and affluent consumers seek pricey products that reflect their economic and social status. More
Small businesses have been spending less freely latelybecause they're concerned about gas prices, taxes and the economy, according to one key barometer -- Wal-Mart's Sam's Club sales. More
Pearl Malkin is more than halfway to her goal of raising $3,500 on Kickstarter to help launch Happy Canes, bright canes she decorates with artificial flowers. More
After running out of money, director Malik Bendjelloul finished shooting the Oscar nominated documentary 'Searching For Sugar Man' on an iPhone app. Play
From painting classes where you bring your own wine to a truck that offers mobile video-game parties, these young franchises have been expanding fast. More
Ola Ayeni, founder of startup Eateria, said immigrants show better work ethic than the average American because they migrate with a single purpose: to succeed. More
In 5 years, craft beer has nearly doubled its market share, and there are now more breweries than before Prohibition. But it wasn't always like that. More
If you thought Bratz were crazy, wait until you see what's next. Carter Bryant, inventor of the hugely successful Bratz doll, has created a successor. Meet "Pinkie Cooper." More
Washington State is looking for an expert to help craft its legal marijuana industry. Billy Corben, the filmmaker behind drug documentaries Cocaine Cowboys and Square Grouper, gives his take on the best possible candidate. More
These small businesses are being squeezed by local regulations requiring specific licenses. All are fighting back with the help of the Institute for Justice, a civil liberties law firm. More
Snack trays shaped like football helmets? Small businesses say these unique, cool and quirky products are among their hottest sellers for the big game. More
Former GM engineer Henry Thorne has brought his robotics expertise to the $8 billion U.S. baby products market. The result? A fully loaded power-folding stroller. More
Thom Browne popped a bottle of champagne when he saw that Michelle Obama wore a coat and dress designed by him for the inauguration ceremony. Alina Cho gets the reaction from the designers of Michelle Obama's inauguration outfits. Play
Fortune's Sue Callaway puts these two alternative vehicles through their paces to find out which upstart American car company has the best cutting edge electric technology. Play
For doctors who treat Medicare patients, the New Year's Eve countdown brings them imminently closer to a staggering 29% pay cut scheduled to go into effect in January. More
Fiscal cliff, be damned. Sure, they hate the uncertainty in Washington, but some of America's top job creators say now is a great time to bring on new talent. More
The TSA took your snow globe away - and now it's for sale in a state-run store, along with the discount knives, tools, scissors, and baseball bats that passengers abandon at security check points. More
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