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Business Finances

Your money matters, and our Business Finances hub can help you more effectively manage it. From securing funding and tracking revenue and expenses to bolstering cash flow, these resources can help you build a sturdy foundation for your fiscal house.

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Latest: Advice, Tips and Resources in Finance

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Scaling From One Location to Many: Financial Management Strategies for Businesses with Multiple Locations
By Chad Brooks | June 26, 2026
Managing finances for a multi-entity business as it grows is no easy feat. Advanced accounting software features can help you manage the complexities.
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Which Is Better: Cash- or Accrual-Based Business Accounting?
By Sean Peek | June 26, 2026
Cash- and accrual-based business accounting are two methods for tracking financial performance. Learn which is right for your business.
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Financial Accounting: What You Need to Know
By Dock David Treece | June 26, 2026
Learn what every business owner needs to know about financial accounting, accounting software and financial statements.
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Revenue vs. Income: What’s the Difference?
By Dock David Treece | June 26, 2026
Learn how the relationship between revenue and income affects your business and its value.
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Differences Between an Angel Investor and a Venture Capitalist
By Will Jiang | June 26, 2026
To know which financing option is right for your business, it's important to understand the differences between angel investors and venture capitalists.
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What Is GAAP? A Guide to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
By Jamie Johnson | June 26, 2026
It is important for small businesses to understand Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). This guide will explain it and teach you the fundamentals.
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How Business Debt Consolidation Works
By Julie Thompson | June 26, 2026
Learn who should consider debt consolidation and what you need to know before deciding whether business debt consolidation is right for you.
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How to Apply for a Business Credit Card
By Dock David Treece | June 26, 2026
A business credit card has distinct advantages, like simplified accounting. Learn how to choose, apply for and qualify for a business credit card.
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Importance of a Strong Finance Team for Accounting and Seeking Capital
By Jennifer Dublino | June 26, 2026
To achieve financial goals you might need a top-notch finance department. Learn how your company can become more competitive.
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Secured vs. Unsecured Business Loans: Key Differences
By Adam Uzialko | June 26, 2026
One thing you should decide before applying for a business loan is whether you need a secured or unsecured one. Learn how to determine which works best for you.
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Business Loan Interest Rates: What to Expect in 2026
By Adam Uzialko | June 26, 2026
Explore current business loan interest rates in 2026, what’s driving them and how to qualify for the lowest rates across banks, SBA loans and online lenders.
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Startup Loans: Options for New Businesses With No Revenue
By Adam Uzialko | June 26, 2026
Getting a startup loan without revenue isn’t easy, but it’s possible. Here’s how to find funding, qualify and improve your approval odds.
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Financial Tracking 101: Top Implementation Practices and Best Tools
By Donna Fuscaldo | June 26, 2026
Whether you do it yourself or rely on accounting software, finance tracking is essential for small business owners.
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Unique Ways Small Businesses Can Increase Cash Flow
By Mark Fairlie | June 26, 2026
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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What Is a Profit and Loss Statement?
By Jamie Johnson | June 26, 2026
Learn how to create, read and analyze a profit and loss statement (P&L), including key formulas, real-world examples and accounting software recommendations.
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Assets in Business Accounting: Types & Determining Value
By Sean Peek | June 25, 2026
Assets refer to resources that can be converted into cash. Learn how assets work, the various types of assets, how to determine an asset's value and more.
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Business Credit Card vs. Line of Credit
By Adam Uzialko | June 25, 2026
Compare business credit cards and lines of credit, including interest rates, borrowing limits, approval requirements and when each is the better choice.
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AI in Accounting: What Small Businesses Should Actually Expect in 2026
By Adam Uzialko | June 25, 2026
Amidst the hype and doom, it can be difficult to understand what AI can actually do for your business. In terms of AI accounting, here’s what you can expect.
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How to Use Real-Time Financial Dashboards to Make Better Business Decisions
By Adam Uzialko | June 25, 2026
Real-time financial dashboards support better business decision making. Here’s how these analytics tools work and how to make the most of them.
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User Permissions and Financial Controls: How Growing Teams Can Share the Books Without Losing Control
By Adam Uzialko | June 25, 2026
Financial data is sensitive, and as your team grows you need to control who has access to which information. That’s where role-based access control comes in.
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TouchBistro Review and Pricing
By Jamie Johnson | June 25, 2026
Learn about TouchBistro's pricing, features, pros and cons to determine whether it's the best restaurant POS system for your business.
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How to Separate Personal and Business Credit
By Adam Uzialko | June 24, 2026
Learn how to separate personal and business credit, build business credit in your company's name, protect liability protection and simplify bookkeeping and taxes.
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QuickBooks Desktop vs. Online: Which Should You Use?
By Mark Fairlie | June 24, 2026
Learn the differences between QuickBooks Desktop and QuickBooks Online, including pricing, features, user limits and who each version is best suited for.
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How to Accept Credit Card Payments for Small Businesses
By Adam Uzialko | June 24, 2026
This guide tells small business owners everything they need to know about credit card processing, including how to choose a processor and set up your system.
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When Does Your Business Credit Score Matter?
By Donna Fuscaldo | June 23, 2026
Your business credit score is related to but separate from your personal credit score. Learn what a business credit score is and why it matters.
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QuickBooks Online Review and Pricing
By Mike Berner | June 23, 2026
QuickBooks Online is our best pick for small businesses thanks to its easy setup, usability, effective features and strong list of third-party integrations.
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Using AI Tools to Uncover Tax Deductions You May Not Have Known About
By Adam Uzialko | June 23, 2026
Artificial intelligence can help you uncover tax deductions you’re entitled to by tracking transactions and recognizing patterns, saving you money on your tax bill.
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How Small Business Owners Can Use a HELOC to Fund Growth
By Adam Uzialko | June 23, 2026
A home-equity line of credit offers easy access to capital to start your business, but it puts your most important personal asset – your home – at risk.
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SBA Loan Forgiveness for PPP, EIDL and 7(a) Loans
By Jamie Johnson | June 22, 2026
The U.S. SBA offers many loan programs to help small businesses. Learn the basics about PPP, EIDL and 7(a) loans and which of these include loan forgiveness.
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How to Automate Your Accounts Payable Process as a Small Business
By Chad Brooks | June 18, 2026
Automating your accounts payable can save you time and help you avoid manual errors. Here’s how you can easily automate your SMB’s AP.