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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 Are Cash Advances and How Do They Work?
By Donna Fuscaldo | September 12, 2025

Cash advances are short-term loans that don't need an application or credit check, but they aren't always a good option. Learn cash advance pros and cons.

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Four Simple Steps to Valuing Your Small Business
By Russell Smith | September 12, 2025

If you're looking for investors or want to sell your business, you must determine its value. Follow these four steps to calculate it.

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SBG Funding Review
By Mike Berner | September 12, 2025

SBG Funding offers term loans up to $10 million with same-day funding, 600+ credit scores accepted, and flexible repayment terms for established businesses.

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Is it Better to Buy or Lease a Car for Business?
By Max Freedman | September 11, 2025

Should you buy or lease the company car? Here are the pros and cons of each to help you weigh which is best for your needs.

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What’s the Difference Between Net Income and Profit?
By Sally Herigstad | September 11, 2025

Profit and net income are found on your company's income statement. Learn the difference between these financial terms and what they mean for your company.

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What Is a Discretionary Bonus?
By David Gargaro | September 10, 2025

A nuanced understanding is crucial when offering compensation beyond employees' agreed-upon salary or wages.

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Guide to Employee Bonuses
By David Gargaro | September 10, 2025

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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Epos Now Review and Pricing
By Skye Schooley | September 10, 2025

Epos Now is a top point-of-sale (POS) system known for excellent integrations. Learn about Epos Now's features, limitations, pricing, support and more.

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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

CPAs cost $150-450 per hour and should be hired at business startup if affordable. They stay current on tax laws and make fewer errors than doing it yourself.

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

Accepting credit cards requires a payment processor like Square or Stripe, a merchant account, and hardware like POS terminals. Fees range from 1.5% to 4%.

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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.

Review
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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How to Charge Late Fees and Interest on Unpaid Invoices
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.

Review
ZarMoney Accounting Software Review: Pricing and Features
By Mike Berner | August 12, 2025

ZarMoney is a standout accounting solution with simple pricing and robust integrations. Learn why it's the best accounting software for report generation.

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

Chase Payment Solutions offers same-day deposits, customer analytics, and HIPAA-compliant InstaMed platform for healthcare providers to process payments.

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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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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.

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

Fundbox offers business lines of credit up to $150,000 with 12-24 week terms, 4.66% starting rates, and tech features like cash flow insights and mobile app.

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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.