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Small business lending
Wednesday, Aug 24, 2011 at 2:39 PM
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By Carlise Newman

Bank Loans Up, But Not for Small Biz: FDIC

Bank Loans Up, But Not for Small Biz: FDIC

That's not good news for America's economic engine, and likely will have little impact on the country's 9.1 percent unemployment rate. Read »

President Clinton
Wednesday, Jun 29, 2011 at 5:07 PM
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By Carlise Newman

Clinton Initiative Hopes to Revitalize SBA Lending

Clinton Initiative Hopes to Revitalize SBA Lending

Former President Bill Clinton is here to jump-start the job market and increase lending to small businesses. Read »

Small Business Lending
Wednesday, Jun 15, 2011 at 4:05 PM
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By Carlise Newman

Chase Small Biz Lending Up in 2011

Chase Small Biz Lending Up in 2011

Chase says small business lending is up for first half of 2011. Read »

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Daily Deals

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Pets

Some officials have estimated the City of Chicago's dog population to be somewhere around 500,000. Add in all the cats, fish and birds and you've got yourself an industry just begging -- and barking -- to be...

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Social Media

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Fashion

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