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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.

Latest: Advice, Tips and Resources in Finance

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What Is Meta Pay? A Complete Guide to Meta’s Payment Platform
By Donna Fuscaldo | September 08, 2025

Meta Pay lets businesses accept secure, fee-free payments across Meta’s platforms, making social selling easier with simple setup and purchase protection.

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Bookkeeper vs. Accountant: What the Differences Are & Why You Need Both
By Dachondra Cason | September 08, 2025

Understanding the distinction between accountants and bookkeepers can save your business a lot of money.

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Credit Card Payment Processing Rules and Laws You Need to Know About
By Jennifer Dublino | September 02, 2025

Credit card processing laws ensure secure payments by requiring PCI compliance, fraud prevention, and adherence to federal and state regulations.

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Why Small Business Owners Should Think About Taxes Year-Round
By Sean Peek | September 02, 2025

Learn how to tackle taxes more effectively and get bigger deductions by folding tax plans into your overall business strategy.

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Is It Time to Hire a CPA?
By Max Freedman | August 29, 2025

Knowing when to hire a CPA can have a dramatic impact on your business's financial health. Find out what to consider and the pros and cons of tax pros here.

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How to Accept Credit Card Payments for Small Businesses
By Adam Uzialko | August 27, 2025

Businesses accept credit cards by choosing a processor, setting up a business bank account and selecting payment hardware like POS systems or mobile readers.

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Samsung Pay vs. Google Pay vs. Apple Pay: Which Is Best?
By Adam Uzialko | August 21, 2025

Compare Samsung Pay, Google Pay and Apple Pay. See compatibility, features, security, merchant acceptance and ease of use.

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OnPay Software Review and Pricing
By Jessica Elliott | August 18, 2025

OnPay’s user-friendly payroll tools and excellent customer support make it the best payroll service for small businesses. Explore features and pricing.

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ADP Payroll Review and Pricing
By Jessica Elliott | August 15, 2025

ADP’s scalable plans and advanced payroll features make it the best payroll solution for growing businesses. Explore pricing, features and more.

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Square Review and Pricing
By Mike Berner | August 15, 2025

Square is a top credit card processor with no fees, low rates and pay-as-you-go terms. Learn why Square is the best credit card processor for startups.

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Late Payment Charges, Fees & State Limits
By Jennifer Dublino | August 14, 2025

Learn about late payment charges, late charge fee policies and maximum allowable invoice late fees by state, including legal limits and best practices.

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Chase Payment Solutions Review
By Mike Berner | August 12, 2025

Chase Payment Solutions offers fast payouts, strong data analytics and HIPAA-compliant healthcare payments but has higher fees and dated software interfaces.

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18 Small Business Grants for Minorities
By Adam Uzialko | August 11, 2025

Business grants help provide free funding to minority business owners. Check out the most updated list of minority business and how to apply.

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10 QuickBooks Alternatives to Consider
By Jamie Johnson | August 07, 2025

Here are 10 alternatives to QuickBooks that could be better for your business.

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Fundbox Business Loan Review and Rates
By Mike Berner | August 01, 2025

Fundbox offers business owners a way to fix their cash flow by advancing payments for their outstanding invoices. There are no approval processes, forms to fill out, phone calls to make or...

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What to Do If You Can’t Get a Business Loan
By Donna Fuscaldo | August 01, 2025

Here's what to do if you can't get a business loan, and why being turned away isn't the end of the world.

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Lightspeed POS Review and Pricing
By Skye Schooley | July 31, 2025

Lightspeed is a top POS system for retail businesses. Learn about its feature-rich software and advanced e-commerce, reporting and management tools.

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Types of Fast Business Loans
By Max Freedman | July 30, 2025

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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What Is a Hard Money Loan?
By Simone Johnson | July 30, 2025

Hard money loans make sense for businesses that need fast capital or can't access other financing, but a payback plan is key for this type of lending.

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Hidden Gotchas in Your Business Loan Repayment Terms
By Adam Uzialko | July 28, 2025

There's more to a loan than paying your monthly installment. Look for these hidden terms and fees a lender might include in a loan agreement.

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Is a Line of Credit or a Term Loan Better For Your Business?
By Donna Fuscaldo | July 28, 2025

You need to know which type of loan is best for your small business's situation. Learn the difference between term loans and lines of credit.

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North Payments Review
By Mike Berner | July 25, 2025

North Payments offers fast approval and easy setup for high-risk businesses, with free equipment, next-day funding and a user-friendly portal.

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Nonprofit Accounting: A Complete Guide to Accounting for Nonprofits
By Katharine Paljug | July 25, 2025

Nonprofit organizations have specific accounting regulations and requirements. Learn what nonprofits need to know about accounting.

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How Business Debt Consolidation Works
By Julie Thompson | July 22, 2025

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 File Medical Claims
By Leah Zitter | July 22, 2025

Medical offices bill insurance providers for clients' services. Learn what's involved, including HIPAA regulations, what to include and what can go wrong.

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Medical Billing Process Step by Step
By Natalie Hamingson | July 22, 2025

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

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Toast POS Review and Pricing
By Skye Schooley | July 21, 2025

Toast is a top POS system with extensive restaurant features. Learn why Toast's online ordering functionality stands out in the restaurant POS system area.

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Sage 50 Review and Pricing
By Mike Berner | July 18, 2025

Sage Business Cloud Accounting is a cloud-based accounting solution ideal for customizations. Learn how businesses can use Sage to customize integrations.

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Biz2Credit Review and Rates
By Mike Berner | July 17, 2025

Biz2Credit is an online marketplace for small business funding. The company connects small businesses in need of funding with lenders. It can help small businesses obtain a variety of loans,...

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How to Apply a Break-Even Analysis to Your Business
By Simone Johnson | July 16, 2025

A break-even analysis helps you identify how much your business must sell to recoup costs. Learn how to use it to make smart decisions for your business.