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The Best Credit Card Processors of 2024: Pricing and Hardware
By Mike Berner | May 02, 2024

We spent hundreds of of hours researching and hands-on testing all of the top credit credit card processors. Find out more about the ones we found to be the best.

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What Is Fiduciary Liability Insurance?
By Kimberlee Leonard | May 02, 2024

Fiduciary liability insurance protects a business from claims that a benefits plan was mismanaged. Learn what fiduciary liability insurance covers.

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Unique Ways Small Businesses Can Increase Cash Flow
By Mark Fairlie | May 02, 2024

Looking to increase your small business's cash flow? Follow these tips to make sure you have enough liquid capital to keep growing.

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10 Ways to Reduce Operational Costs for Your Small Business
By Jennifer Dublino | May 02, 2024

Because small businesses operate on tight margins, sustaining a healthy profit is critical. Learn how to increase revenue and reduce expenses. 

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What Is Directors & Officers (D&O) Insurance?
By Kimberlee Leonard | May 02, 2024

If a lawsuit targets a firm's directors and officers, directors and officers insurance protects their personal assets. Learn how D&O insurance works.

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Medical Billing Process Step by Step
By Max Freedman | May 01, 2024

The medical billing process can be complicated. Follow this step-by-step process to ensure you do it correctly.

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6 Gusto Payroll Alternatives
By Julie Thompson | May 01, 2024

Gusto's automated payroll management system is popular, but it lacks integration and other features. Read about six Gusto alternatives for your business.

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How to Encourage Employees to Take Pride in the Workplace
By Jennifer Dublino | May 01, 2024

Learn how to create a work environment that will generate more employee engagement and productivity, whether your workers are in-office or remote.

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Need a Loan? Lending Trends That Affect Your Chances of Getting Funds
By Jennifer Dublino | May 01, 2024

From tighter lending criteria to the rise of payment processors, many changes are underway in small business lending.

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5 Best Restaurant POS Systems in 2024
By Quinn Springett | May 01, 2024

Our recommendations for the best restaurant POS systems, such as TouchBistro and Toast, feature high-quality tools for food and beverage businesses.

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Paper vs. Electronic Medical Records
By Max Freedman | May 01, 2024

Most medical practices have switched to electronic recordkeeping, but there's still a place for paper.

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Types of Fast Business Loans
By Max Freedman | May 01, 2024

Find out which fast lending methods you can choose from when you need a business loan and what you need in order to apply.

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The Best PEO Service Providers of 2024
By Skye Schooley | May 01, 2024

Professional employer organization services can simplify your human resource responsibilities. Learn about the best PEOs available for your small business.

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The Best CRM Software of 2024
By Mark Fairlie | May 01, 2024

This buying guide includes our best picks for CRM software and tips for purchasing the right CRM solution for your small business.

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The Best Business Phone Systems of 2024
By Jessica Elliott | May 01, 2024

Our team of experts has compared the best small business phone systems for 2024. See up-to-date comparisons, reviews and costs for the top-rated services.

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Capital vs. Operating Grants: Which Does Your Business Need?
By Donna Fuscaldo | May 01, 2024

Capital and operating grants are two different ways to fund your business. Here's what you need to know before applying for a business grant.

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A Strategy for Applying the Growth Mindset Concept to Your Business
By Jamie Johnson | May 01, 2024

The growth mindset was designed for education, but it can also be leveraged in business. Learn how to apply the growth mindset and reap the benefits.

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The Best Online Payroll Services of 2024
By Jessica Elliott | April 30, 2024

Our team has compared the best online payroll services for 2024. See up-to-date reviews and costs for the top services.

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The Best HR Software: Key Differences Explained
By Skye Schooley | April 30, 2024

Learn which types of HR management software are on the market, how each one can benefit your business, and what the best HR management solutions are.

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Think Like a Startup, Scale Like an Enterprise: Balancing the Best of Both
By Alex Goryachev | April 30, 2024

Both startups and enterprises must disrupt and innovate to survive. Learn how thinking like a startup and scaling like an enterprise can help ensure success.

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Zoom Review
By Jessica Elliott | April 30, 2024

Zoom Phone offers internet-based phone services with feature-rich video conferencing tools. See pricing and how it stacks up to competitors.

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Vonage Review and Pricing
By Chad Brooks | April 29, 2024

Vonage offers cloud-hosted VoIP phone systems for businesses of all sizes. Vonage Business Cloud is designed for smaller businesses, while Vonage Enterprise is for midsize and large businesses. Both...

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7 Stats That Will Make You Rethink Your Document Management Strategy
By Kimberlee Leonard | April 29, 2024

Your document management strategy can directly affect your bottom line. Learn why a good document management solution is critical and how to find one.

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RingEX Review and Pricing
By Jessica Elliott | April 29, 2024

RingCentral is an excellent business phone service because of its ease of use, wide selection of features and multiple price points.

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Ooma Office Review and Plan Costs in 2024
By Jessica Elliott | April 29, 2024

Ooma Office is an affordable on-premises VoIP phone system that is ideal for very small businesses. It might not have all of the features other systems offer, but it does have the ones very small...

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GoTo Connect Review and Pricing
By Jessica Elliott | April 29, 2024

GoTo Connect combines the power and reliability of Jive's cloud VoIP phone systems with GoTo Meeting's web, audio, and video conferencing into one simple, reliable, and flexible solution.

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Dialpad Review and Pricing
By Jessica Elliott | April 29, 2024

Dialpad offers voice calling, video conferencing and text messaging. This flexibility helps small businesses connect with clients in ways that work best for both customers and businesses.

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8×8 Phone System Review and Pricing
By Jessica Elliott | April 29, 2024

What makes 8x8 one of the best phone systems for small businesses is that it is hosted in the cloud and easy to use, has an assortment of valuable features, is affordably priced, and provides...

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Nextiva Review and Pricing
By Jessica Elliott | April 29, 2024

Nextiva is one of the best phone systems for businesses with multiple locations. It's a cloud-based VoIP system that can spread across several offices and stores yet still be managed from one central...