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How Much Does Insurance Cost for a Small Business?
By Kimberlee Leonard | June 23, 2026
Small business insurance costs depend on many factors; every policy serves a different risk-protection purpose. Learn about small business insurance costs.
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Review
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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The Best Accounting Software for Restaurants
By Mike Berner | June 23, 2026
QuickBooks, Xero, and Zoho Books offer restaurant accounting software with expense tracking, invoicing and financial reporting.
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Best Accounting Software Programs for 2026
By Mike Berner | June 23, 2026
QuickBooks, Xero and FreshBooks top the list for small business accounting, offering user-friendly interfaces, automation and scalability.
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The Pros and Cons of Hiring a Bookkeeper
By Max Freedman | June 23, 2026
Hiring a financial professional like a bookkeeper can help you save money and time. But it's crucial to understand the downsides as well as the upsides.
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How Human Intelligence and AI Work Together to Solve Accounting Problems
By Adam Uzialko | June 23, 2026
The combination of human and artificial intelligence can be a powerful asset when it comes to solving challenging accounting problems.
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How to Hire Employees in Other Countries With an EOR
By Adam Uzialko | June 23, 2026
Hiring employees in other countries comes with a lot of considerations, but working with an employer of record can make international hiring easier to manage.
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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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LogMeIn Resolve Review and Pricing
By Nadia Reckmann | June 23, 2026
LogMeIn Resolve combines remote support, remote PC access, ticketing and endpoint management tools in one platform. Read our hands-on review for pricing, features, customer support details, pros,...
Review
Splashtop for Business Review and Pricing
By Nadia Reckmann | June 23, 2026
Splashtop provides remote PC support solutions with fast connections and multiple levels of security.
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Review
Guideline 401k Review and Pricing
By Lori Fairbanks | June 23, 2026
Guideline provides small businesses with affordable, fully bundled 401(k) plans, and you can choose from traditional, Roth and safe harbor varieties. The company is a fiduciary and does the heavy...
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Why You Need an Acceptable Use Policy and How to Create One
By Andrew Martins | June 23, 2026
An acceptable use policy governs employee computer and internet use in the workplace. Learn what to include and how to create one.
Article
Importance of User Activity Monitoring
By Skye Schooley | June 23, 2026
Find out the advantages of tracking employees' device usage and the best monitoring software to use.
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The Legalities and Benefits of Employee Cell Phone Monitoring
By Skye Schooley | June 23, 2026
Learn the benefits and laws associated with monitoring company-owned employee cell phones.
Article
10 Benefits of Paperless Payroll
By Max Freedman | June 23, 2026
Like many business functions, payroll is often done digitally today. If you are still using manual systems, here is why you should consider going paperless.
Article
What Is an Environmental Scan?
By Ken Gosnell | June 23, 2026
Business leaders can use this four-step environmental scan to get a competitive edge and understand customer shifts. Here is how to implement the strategy.
Review
BambooHR Employee Monitoring Software Review and Pricing
By Skye Schooley | June 23, 2026
BambooHR combines HR management, performance tracking, onboarding, payroll and employee experience tools in one platform, making it a strong choice for businesses focused on employee development.
Review
Teramind Review and Pricing
By Skye Schooley | June 23, 2026
Teramind offers a comprehensive and powerful solution for tracking employee activity and managing company policies.
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Small Business 401(k) Plans: What to Know About Employee Retirement Plans
By Jennifer Dublino | June 22, 2026
Employees want to work for companies that have robust retirement plans. Here’s what you need to know about choosing the best 401(k) plans for your workers.
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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.
Article
What is a Reasonable PTO Policy?
By Kiely Kuligowski | June 22, 2026
Learn how to create a PTO policy that supports employees and your business. Compare PTO structures, understand legal considerations and explore best practices for managing time off.
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Business Scams 101: Common Schemes and How to Avoid Them
By Chad Brooks | June 22, 2026
Scams like phishing and business identity theft are rising fast, with businesses losing billions. Protect your company by training staff and securing data.
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Review
Twilio Messaging Review
By Tom Anziano | June 22, 2026
Twilio is a highly flexible text message marketing platform, making it ideal for small businesses that need a tool tailor-made for their needs.
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ProTexting Review
By Max Freedman | June 22, 2026
Our ProTexting review covers the platform's exceptional usability, flexibility, and impressive slate of features.
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Is Social Media Marketing Still Worth It?
By Jennifer Dublino | June 22, 2026
While emerging technologies offer businesses new ways to market, social media still provides a solid strategy to gain brand exposure and reach your audience.
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Understanding Wrongful Termination and Illegal Firing Practices
By Skye Schooley | June 22, 2026
Learn what wrongful termination is, which firing practices are illegal and what rights employers and employees have under federal and state employment laws.
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12 Best Ways to Use Business Texting
By David Gargaro | June 22, 2026
Learn 12 practical ways to use business texting, from appointment reminders and customer service to promotions, referrals and payment reminders, plus tips for compliance and customer engagement.
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athenahealth Review and Pricing
By Leah Zitter | June 22, 2026
Learn about athenahealth’s athenaOne. This medical software product offers detailed reporting tools, customer support and personalization options for its users.
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4 Questions for a Successful HRIS Audit
By Chad Brooks | June 22, 2026
Find out what a human resources information system is, the different types of HRIS and the questions to ask when evaluating a system.