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Worried about starting a new business? A franchise is less risky than creating a company from scratch.

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If you’re on military active duty, take these steps to make sure your personal information doesn’t end up in the wrong hands.

The Street doesn’t know what to make of this recent spin-off, but the price looks enticing.

Republican leaders are hoping for — but not expecting — what they might call a least-worst scenario in House and Senate election results.

Most companies fret way too much about a talent shortage and too little about figuring out how many people and what types of skills they need.

Readers share the best financial advice they got from their moms.

This maker of trendy teen clothes has surging sales and cheap shares, but its dubious financial statements and unorthodox CEO should make you be wary of the stock.

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Not only did they underestimate the Shiite cleric’s power, but U.S. and Iraqi forces also unwittingly strengthened his hand by battling his Mahdi Army militia.