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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The Top Accounting Challenges Small Businesses Face
By Alika Cooper | May 26, 2026
Navigating small business accounting isn’t easy. Learn how SMB owners can manage their company’s finances successfully by overcoming these 12 common obstacles.
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Employee Bonuses Guide
By David Gargaro | May 21, 2026
Employee bonuses are any compensation paid in excess of an employee's base salary or hourly wage. Learn how to structure and implement employee bonuses.
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Is a Free POS System Right for Your Business?
By Skye Schooley | May 21, 2026
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.
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Debt vs. Equity Financing
By Max Freedman | May 20, 2026
If you are considering debt or equity financing, it is important to know the pros and cons of each.
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Accounting Cycle 101
By Dachondra Cason | May 19, 2026
Learn how the accounting cycle works, from recording transactions and preparing trial balances to closing the books, plus how accounting software can simplify the process.
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How to Get a Small Business Loan
By Donna Fuscaldo | May 19, 2026
Get your business loan approved by maintaining strong cash flow, credit scores above 650, organized financial records, and a detailed business plan showing ROI.
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11 Accounting Tips All Small Businesses Should Know
By Rashan Dixon | May 19, 2026
Even if accounting isn’t your forte, it’s important to understand accounting basics to run your business. Learn 11 tips for small business accounting.
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Why Small Business Owners Should Think About Taxes Year-Round
By Sean Peek | May 19, 2026
Learn how to tackle taxes more effectively and get bigger deductions by folding tax plans into your overall business strategy.
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How Much Do Payroll Services Cost?
By Sean Peek | May 18, 2026
Businesses have a few choices when handling payroll. Whether you should hire a CPA or a payroll service, or do the job internally depends on several factors.
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What Is GAAP? A Guide to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
By Jamie Johnson | May 18, 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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Cash Register Buying Guide: POS vs. Cash Registers vs. Tablet mPOS
By Jennifer Dublino | May 18, 2026
With so many checkout options, which is right for your business’s needs? Learn if a POS, a traditional cash register or a tablet mPOS system is the best fit.
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How to choose accounting software
By Jamie Johnson | May 18, 2026
When you use the right accounting software for your business, you will find it is easier to track expenses, send invoices and collaborate with your accountant.
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PayPal Credit Card Processing: How to Accept Card Payments With PayPal
By Adam Uzialko | May 15, 2026
The digital payment service, PayPal, also offers credit card processing. Small businesses will find this payment processor option affordable and easy to use.
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How Human Intelligence and AI Work Together to Solve Accounting Problems
By Adam Uzialko | May 15, 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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15 Top POS System Features
By Sean Peek | May 13, 2026
A business should take advantage of all the tools and benefits their POS system offers. Here is how you can streamline your operations and increase efficiency.
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How to File Employee Payroll Taxes
By David Gargaro | May 13, 2026
Learn how to file employee payroll taxes, choose the right IRS forms, meet deposit deadlines, use EFTPS and stay compliant with federal payroll tax requirements.
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Business Loan Interest Rates: What to Expect in 2026
By Adam Uzialko | May 13, 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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How to Accept Online Payments: A Complete Guide
By Adam Uzialko | May 13, 2026
Online payments enable businesses to take payments with debit and credit cards, digital wallets, and ACH transfers, options customers increasingly expect.
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How to Reduce Online Payment Fraud
By Adam Uzialko | May 13, 2026
Learn how to reduce online payment fraud with smart fraud tools, common-sense safeguards and checkout security strategies that help lower chargebacks and protect legitimate sales.
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QuickBooks Workforce Review and Pricing
By Jessica Elliott | May 12, 2026
Pay employees and contractors with Intuit QuickBooks Workforce. See why this is the best payroll solution for businesses seeking an accounting integration.
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ACH Payments for Small Business: Costs, Timing and Setup
By Adam Uzialko | May 12, 2026
ACH payments can lower processing costs and simplify bank-to-bank transfers. Learn how ACH works, what it costs, how long it takes and how to get started.
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Helcim Review and Pricing
By Mike Berner | May 12, 2026
Helcim offers transparent interchange-plus pricing, no monthly fees, free POS tools and strong support, making it a great all-in-one credit card platform.
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How to Set Up a POS System: Step-by-Step Guide
By Adam Uzialko | May 12, 2026
Setting up your business’s POS system is easier than you think. This guide takes you through all the steps, from installing hardware to adding integrations.
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How Much Does a POS System Cost? Hardware, Software, and Fees
By undefined | May 12, 2026
Pricing a POS system isn’t simple, the total cost will depend on what you require, including hardware, subscriptions, etc. Here is what you should consider.
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What Is PCI Compliance and Why Does It Matter?
By Adam Uzialko | May 12, 2026
PCI DSS security standards are requirements for any business that accepts credit card transactions. Failure to comply can result in significant fines.
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How to Manage Accounting Across Multiple Subsidiaries
By Adam Uzialko | May 08, 2026
Multi-entity accounting involves maintaining distinct boundaries while still being able to centralize the data. ERP systems like Intuit Enterprise Suite can help.
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What Is a Payment Gateway? How It Works for Small Businesses
By Adam Uzialko | May 08, 2026
Learn how payment gateways work, what they cost and how to choose a secure, scalable payment setup for your e-commerce business.
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How Much Should You Borrow for Your Business?
By Jamie Johnson | May 08, 2026
To start your business, you’ll need money and sometimes borrowing funds is fine. Without proper management and care, though, debt can become problematic.
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What Is a Chargeback and How Do You Prevent Them?
By Adam Uzialko | May 07, 2026
Learn how chargebacks work, why customers dispute credit card charges, what chargebacks really cost and how to prevent them from hurting your business.