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Latest: Advice, Tips and Resources in Finance

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How to Accept Credit Card Payments for Small Businesses

By Adam Uzialko | June 24, 2026

This guide tells small business owners everything they need to know about credit card processing, including how to choose a processor and set up your system.

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Business Credit Cards for S Corporations

By Adam Uzialko | June 23, 2026

Learn how business credit cards work for S corporations, including application requirements, personal guarantees, business credit reporting, bookkeeping benefits and tips for choosing the right card.

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When Does Your Business Credit Score Matter?

By Donna Fuscaldo | June 23, 2026

Your business credit score is related to but separate from your personal credit score. Learn what a business credit score is and why it matters.

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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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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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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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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.

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How to Automate Your Accounts Payable Process as a Small Business

By Chad Brooks | June 18, 2026

Automating your accounts payable can save you time and help you avoid manual errors. Here’s how you can easily automate your SMB’s AP.

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What Is the Triple Bottom Line?

By Paula Fernandes | June 16, 2026

Customers often choose businesses that contribute positively to society. Here is how you can embrace the triple bottom line and become more socially conscious.

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What Are the Benefits of Using Direct Deposit? A Complete Guide

By Simone Johnson | June 16, 2026

Learn how direct deposit works, how to set it up, its key benefits and drawbacks, compliance requirements and answers to common payroll questions for small businesses.

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How to Choose a POS Cash Register

By Jennifer Dublino | June 15, 2026

Learn how to choose a POS cash register for your business. Compare fixed and mobile systems, evaluate hardware and software requirements, understand POS costs and payment processing fees, and find a...

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Samsung Pay vs. Google Pay vs. Apple Pay: Which Is Best?

By Adam Uzialko | June 15, 2026

Learn all about the features Samsung Pay, Google Pay and Apple Pay offer and which digital contactless payment method will work best for your business’s needs.

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Budget Planning: A Small Business Budgeting Guide

By Sean Peek | June 15, 2026

Learn how to create a business budget with this step-by-step guide. Discover budgeting best practices, essential planning tools, key financial metrics and tips for forecasting revenue, managing...

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7 Things to Know About Small Business Credit Card Payment Processing

By Jennifer Dublino | June 05, 2026

Credit card processing fees range 1.7-2.05% in-person and 2.25-3.25% online. PCI non-compliance costs $10-100/month; security breach audits average $36,000.

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Minimum Requirements for Business Credit Cards

By Adam Uzialko | June 05, 2026

Learn the minimum requirements for a business credit card, including credit score expectations, revenue qualifications and ways to improve your approval odds.

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How to Optimize Rewards Across Multiple Business Credit Cards

By Adam Uzialko | June 05, 2026

Learn how to optimize rewards across multiple business credit cards by matching cards to spending categories, managing employee cards and maximizing redemptions.

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The True Cost of Business Financing: How to Compare Loans Beyond the Interest Rate

By Adam Uzialko | June 03, 2026

There’s more to comparing business loan costs than checking the interest rate. This guide explains APR, factor rates, fees, prepayment penalties and more.

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Why Every Company Should Have a Business Savings Account

By Jamie Johnson | June 03, 2026

Learn why it makes fiscal sense for your company to have a dedicated business savings account.