Opinion: Student Loans Should NOT Be Discharged in Bankruptcy
Students in financial trouble do deserve a break. But bankruptcy is not the answer
The last thing a young person needs on their credit report coming out of college…
Is 50 Cent the Next Ice Cube?
After stirring the hip-hop pot, 50 Cent is expanding his portfolio and making big bucks
The hip-hop mogul-to-be continues to change the game
By Anslem Samuel
December 14, 2010
Tags: 50 Cent, Are We There Yet?, Cheetah Vision Films, Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson, Curtis Jackson, Dr. Huxtable, G-Unit, G-Unity, Ice Cube, N.W.A., O'Shea Jackson, TBS, Will Smith
Book Review: Jay Z Decoded
To really appreciate the memoirs of Shawn Carter, don't just enjoy the art of the rapper, hear the story of the hustler
First, let’s get past the obvious: if you’re a true Jay Z fan (and when…
By Alfred Edmond, Jr.
December 13, 2010
Tags: Book Review, Decoded, hip-hop renamed, Jay Z, Shawn Carter
Washington Report: Congressional Black Caucus Opposes Obama Tax Plan
How will the plan impact the lives of African-Americans? The debate continues
The Congressional Black Caucus and the White House delivered dueling messages about how President Obama’s…
By Joyce Jones
December 13, 2010
Tags: Bush Tax Cuts, Congressional Black Caucus, Obama tax plan 2010, The Tea Party, unemployment benefits, unemployment insurance, Washington Report
Get Your Tax Credit Before It’s Too Late!
See how your plans to do energy-efficient improvements on your home could lead to cash back
If you plan on doing energy-efficient home improvements, now’s the time to do them. The…
By Sheiresa Ngo
December 13, 2010
Tags: Energy Star, energy tax credits, Going Green, Green Technology, National Association of the Remodeling Industry
Outtakes with Caroline Clarke: Russell Simmons
BE's Business Report host shares her insight on meeting the hip-hop mogul and discussing his latest book.
Caroline rubs shoulders with the hip-hop mogul
Russell Simmons’ office is not just in a corner,…
By Caroline Clarke
December 13, 2010
Tags: Amsale Aberra, BLACK ENTERPRISE Business Report, Caroline Clarke, Nick Cannon, Paula Madison, reality TV, Running Russell Simmons, Russell Simmons
The Apprentice 2010: Final Task Performance Review, Conclusion
Trump has hired his newest apprentice. But we couldn't help but wonder: Is it time for business reality show to retire?
By now, it’s certainly no secret that Trump passed over Clint Robertson to hire Brandy…
By Alfred Edmond, Jr.
December 10, 2010
Tags: Donald Trump, NBC's The Apprentice, The Apprentice 2010
BE Tweets of the Week: #BEPolitics
Six political tweets BE couldn't ignore�and neither should you
BlackEnterprise.com will curate the tweets staffers thought were worth taking note of, whether an expert,…
By Janel Martinez
December 10, 2010
Tags: BE Tweets of the Week, Dave Chappelle, Debbie Hines, Donna Brazile, Politics, Ryan Mack, Tavis Smiley, Twitter
10 Black Celebrities Who Have Had Their Share of Tax Woes
The IRS halts for no man--or star. See how some famous folks have (mis)handled their finances
Here are 10 black celebrities who felt the wrath of the IRS
By Janell Hazelwood
December 10, 2010
Tags: celebrity, debt, Dionne Warwick, IRS, MC Hammer, Money Management, Nas, Sinbad, tax debt, Taxes, Toni Braxton
POLL: Should 50 Cent Be a Role Model?
The music mogul speaks on his charity work and why his moves outside of music are worth following
For our January 2011 issue, rapper Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson provides BLACK ENTERPRISE an all-access…
