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The Best Payroll Services for One Employee
By Max Freedman | September 03, 2026
Even businesses with one employee need to run payroll. Services like OnPay, QuickBooks, Gusto, Paychex and Rippling offer good options.
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Best CRM for Law Firms
By Mark Fairlie | September 02, 2026
We reviewed the best CRM software for law firms, including HubSpot, Zoho, Pipedrive, Freshsales and Salesforce, comparing pricing, automation, client management, legal integrations and more to help...
Article
10 Ways New Managers Can Be Influential Leaders
By Julie Thompson | September 02, 2026
Learn how to elevate your management role and avoid leadership mistakes.
Article
How to Write a Winning Business Proposal
By Jennifer Dublino | September 01, 2026
To land new clients, you often need a solid business proposal.
Article
Mobile Hot Spot or Satellite Internet: Which Is Right for Your Business?
By Mark Fairlie | August 31, 2026
Mobile hot spots and satellite internet are two internet connection options for your business. Learn the pros and cons of each.
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Review
Viasat Business Internet Review and Pricing
By Jeff Hale | August 31, 2026
Viasat Business Internet provides satellite service almost anywhere in the U.S., making it a great option for rural businesses. See our review of its plans, speeds, pricing, features and more.
Review
Revver Review and Pricing
By Mark Fairlie | August 31, 2026
Revver, formerly Rubex by eFileCabinet, has excellent document storage and workflow management tools. Read our review for information on features and price.
Review
Spectrum Business Internet Review and Pricing
By Jeff Hale | August 27, 2026
Our Spectrum Business Internet review covers pricing, speeds, features and more. See why Spectrum is our top pick for businesses seeking flexible month-to-month internet service with no long-term...
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Review
Sage 50 Review and Pricing
By Mike Berner | August 27, 2026
Our Sage 50 Accounting review covers pricing, features, job costing, inventory and support. See why we chose Sage 50 as the best accounting software for desktop users and how its Desktop and Cloud...
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Review
Lightspeed POS Review and Pricing
By Skye Schooley | August 27, 2026
Lightspeed is our pick for the best retail POS system, with advanced inventory management, built-in wholesale ordering, e-commerce, loyalty and reporting tools. Plans start at $89 per month, with...
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Article
Sales Tax Nexus: When Selling Across State Lines Changes What You File
By Adam Uzialko | August 27, 2026
As your business grows into new states, your tax obligations change. Here’s how to remain compliant and when to consider upgrading your accounting tools to keep pace.
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Article
How to Switch Accounting Systems Without Losing Your Data
By Adam Uzialko | August 25, 2026
Migrating your accounting software is a sensitive process — here’s how to do it without losing your business’s financial data.
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Article
How to Fix a Bank Reconciliation That Won’t Balance
By Adam Uzialko | August 25, 2026
When your bank reconciliation doesn’t add up, it could be due to several causes. Here’s how to work through each and find the issue.
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Article
Stripe vs. PayPal
By Dock David Treece | August 21, 2026
Both Stripe and PayPal can help you send invoices, process payments and receive money. How do they differ, and which one is right for your business?
Article
CRM Switch: 5 Tips for CRM Change Management
By Alex Haimann | August 18, 2026
Looking for a new CRM? Learn how to streamline the process for your business.
Article
5 Tips for Re-Engaging Past Clients
By Jamie Johnson | August 18, 2026
Former customers are a rich source of potential revenue. Here’s how to get back on their radar.
Article
Email Analytics: Metrics You Should Be Tracking
By Nicole Fallon | August 18, 2026
Email analytics can inform your email marketing campaigns, improve customer engagement and drive more conversions.
Article
Digital Payment Guide: Best Payment Methods & Why to Accept Them
By Sammi Caramela | August 18, 2026
Modern payment processing goes far beyond credit and debit cards. Learn about digital payment methods your business should consider accepting.
Review
Splashtop for Business Review and Pricing
By Nadia Reckmann | August 17, 2026
Splashtop is Business.com’s choice for best remote PC access software for creative teams. Read the review and pricing guide to find out about its features.
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Article
Best Business Certification Programs for Career Advancement
By Sean Peek | August 17, 2026
A business certification can make your skills stand out and help you get the right salary.
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Review
ADT Small Business Security Review
By Jeremy Bender | August 14, 2026
ADT is our pick for the best business security system for small businesses. Learn how its professional monitoring, video surveillance, access control and ADT Control app help protect businesses, plus...
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Article
The New Business Owner’s Starter Checklist: LLC, Domain and Everything in Between
By Chad Brooks | August 11, 2026
There’s a lot to do when starting a business, but it doesn’t have to be overwhelming. This checklist will help you stay on top of the most important tasks.
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Article
5 Mistakes First-Time LLC Owners Make — and How to Avoid Them
By Chad Brooks | August 11, 2026
These mistakes are common among first-time LLC owners. Make sure you avoid them with the help of this guide.
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Article
The Small Business Owner’s Guide to Keeping Your Home Address Off Public Record
By Chad Brooks | August 11, 2026
Registering your business could mean exposing your home address to the public. Fortunately, there are some steps you can take to avoid doing so.
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The Best Merchant Account Services
By Jennifer Dublino | August 11, 2026
The best merchant account services include Square, Helcim and Stax. They offer flexible payment processing, low fees and integrations to boost your sales.
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The Best Employee Scheduling Software
By Andrew Martins | August 07, 2026
Connecteam, When I Work, and Homebase provide employee scheduling software with shift planning, time tracking and team communication tools.
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The Best Time & Attendance Software of 2026
By Skye Schooley | August 07, 2026
Hubstaff, Buddy Punch and When I Work offer time tracking solutions with scheduling, GPS tracking and integration with payroll systems.
Review
When I Work Review and Pricing
By Skye Schooley | August 07, 2026
Read our When I Work review for an in-depth look at pricing, features, scheduling, time tracking, customer support and integrations. Learn why it's our pick for the best time and attendance software...
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The Best Restaurant Payroll Software in 2026
By Tom Anziano | August 07, 2026
QuickBooks, OnPay and ADP offer payroll software for restaurants with features like employee scheduling, tip tracking and tax compliance.
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Article
Rippling vs. BambooHR: A Comprehensive Comparison
By Skye Schooley | August 07, 2026
The right HR solution can simplify your small business's human resources processes. Here's how Rippling and BambooHR compare.