Business Finances

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.

Every size business can benefit from a POS system, and there are various prices and technology suited for every need. Here’s what you need to know.

Find out what to include in a cash flow statement, as well as its limitations and how cash flow is calculated.

Small businesses that must cut costs may consider a free POS system. Learn the benefits and limitations of free POS systems and some options to consider.

Cloud-based point-of-sale (POS) software has many advantages over traditional sales technology. Consider these benefits and top systems.

Whether you do it yourself or rely on accounting software, finance tracking is essential for small business owners.

Debt isn't the only way! Here are alternatives to getting a loan in order to start your business.

While self-funding a business is difficult, it isn’t impossible. Here are important tips for entrepreneurs considering the idea.

Learn how five top restaurant employee-theft scams work. We'll show you how to stop losing money to employee theft and retake control of your restaurant.

It can be difficult to keep up with the costs associated with running a farm. Low-interest agricultural loans help farmers stay afloat.

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

To accept credit cards with PayPal, set up a business account, connect to PayPal’s payment gateway, and use PayPal Zettle for in-person or online payments.

Accurate estimates are key to your construction business's success. Learn about the top five construction estimating software tools.

Learn the best practices for handling cash flow and other accounting issues. These useful tips and strategies will help you manage business finances.

Learn what certified financial statements are, when you need them, and how to obtain them. Includes costs, timelines and a complete prep checklist.

These tax credits can reduce your small business’s tax burden, saving you money and helping your business grow.

This guide covers how to prepare your small business for tax season, including organizing records, working with tax pros, and introducing automation.

Qualifying for a business credit card with bad credit is hard but not impossible. Learn about card options if you have bad credit, such as secured cards.

Business loans can be difficult to secure if you have bad credit. Here are financing options for businesses with poor credit history.

Healthy business debt is often necessary for growth. Learn how to distinguish good and bad business debt and determine a healthy debt amount to carry.

Scaling your small business requires the right tools and systems, including payroll, time tracking and accounting tools that can automate repetitive tasks.

How to assess if supply chain finance is right for your business or if invoice factoring would work better for your company’s needs?

An accountant can add financial balance to your life. But how do you pick the right accountant for your business? Here are our tips.

Construction firms should choose ISO/MSP processors for large, varied payments and mobile POS systems to accept credit cards in the field and online.

Business credit cards help manage cash flow, build credit and offer rewards. Use them wisely by paying balances in full and monitoring employee spending.

An accounts payable reporting process ensures accurate financial data and on-time bill payments. Learn about accounts payable reporting and report types.

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.

Set up an accounts payable process to ensure vendors are paid on time, reduce duplicate payments, and maintain accurate financial records for your business.

This guide to filing payroll taxes can help any business with employees manage their payroll and meet their tax obligations.

You can accept iPhone payments with credit card readers from processing companies like Clover Go, Square Reader, PayPal Zettle, Helcim, Payanywhere, or SumUp.