Business & Investing
AtoZ Databases Detailed information on 30 million businesses and executives and 2 million new businesses. Includes data on over 200 million residents as well as new movers/homeowners. Special features include a background and criminal history search. Information provided on U. S. healthcare professionals. Includes a jobs database and email marketing. This database is provided by the Michigan eLibrary (MeL).
AtoZ Databases Tutorial
Demographics Now: Business & People
DemographicsNow: Business & People Assess business viability, create sales leads and marketing mailing lists, complete location analysis and business plans, analyze population trends, find potential sponsors and donors, and more. This database is provided by the Michigan eLibrary (MeL).
DemographicsNow Tutorial
The Economist
The Economist (via PressReader) Read The Economist for free with your TPL card! The Economist focuses on current affairs, international business, politics, technology, and culture. To access within the library, simply follow the link and get reading. From home, you will need to click "sign in," select Library or Group, then enter your library card. You can also use the PressReader app.
IRS Small Business WebsiteIRS Small Business Website Industry-specific information and links to provide answers and guidance on common business tax questions for small businesses or self-employed individual.
Morningstar Investment Research [accessing outside Library]
Investment information on mutual funds and stocks.
Morningstar Tutorial
Morningstar Investment Research [accessing within Library]
Reference Solutions (formerly ReferenceUSA) Directory information on 60 million businesses and 299 million consumers.
Reference Solutions Tutorial
Small Business Reference Center
Small Business Reference CenterCovers all aspects of starting and operating a business. Includes information on accounting, finance, human resources, management, marketing, tax, and more. State-specific information included. This database is provided by the Michigan eLibrary (MeL).
Small Business Reference Center Tutorial
Value Line
ValueLine
A complete, multidimensional investment management solution that enables both new and experienced investors to make timely, better-informed decisions.
ValueLine Tutorial
Weiss Financial
Weiss Financial
Use Weiss Financial Ratings to find information about budgeting, investing in stocks and mutual funds, and managing debt. Check the financial strength of your bank, credit union, or insurance company. Explore the Financial Literacy Tools section for valuable tips and information on buying a home, saving for your child’s education, planning for retirement, protecting yourself from identity theft, and more. You can also research Medigap Plans and learn how to select a Medigap plan that works for you as well as which insurance company has the lowest rates. (Use your library card to access this resource at home.)
Weiss Financial Tutorial