Business Finances

Credit card imprinters used to be a popular tool for small businesses. As they have fallen out of favor for many, learn if they're still a fit for you.

Choosing a processing system to handle payments is an important part of your business. But there is a register to fit every establishment’s needs.

FreshBooks and QuickBooks are two of the best accounting software programs for small businesses. Here’s how they compare.

A statement of shareholder equity can tell you if your business is doing well or if it's time to fine-tune some of your activities.

When a multiwage employee works overtime, which of their wage rates do you base their overtime rates? Blended overtime pay answers this question.

Stripe and Square give merchants an easy and convenient way to accept credit cards. Learn how their features, plans, pricing and integrations compare.

Stax and Square give merchants an easy and convenient way to accept credit cards. Learn how their features, plans, pricing and integrations compare.

How to assess if supply chain finance is right for your business or if invoice factoring would work better for your company’s needs?

Healthy business debt is often necessary for growth. Learn how to distinguish good and bad business debt and determine a healthy debt amount to carry.

Square and PayPal give merchants an easy and convenient way to accept credit cards. Learn how their features, plans, pricing and integrations compare.

Business loans can be difficult to secure if you have bad credit. Here are financing options for businesses with poor credit history.

Follow these tips to end your fiscal year the right way and kick off your next one primed for success.

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.

PayPal has affordable payment processing services and no long-term contracts. Learn how your company can accept credit and debit card payments with PayPal.

Learn the best practices for handling cash flow and other accounting issues. These useful tips and strategies will help you manage business finances.

Angel investors are accredited investors who use their money to help businesses they view as worthwhile. Learn how to find and work with them.

Defaulting on an SBA loan is serious; you can face bank levies, wage garnishment and foreclosure. But some cases allow forgiveness. Learn if you qualify.

IRS audits are stressful and costly. Learn best practices and tips that will reduce your chances of getting audited by the IRS and help you stay compliant.

Streamline your medical billing process – and receive payment for your services faster – with these suggestions.

Mobile payments provide a fast and easy way for restaurants to receive payments, but there are pros and cons to this method. Here is what you need to know.

As the world becomes more digital, consumers want payment options. Here are four digital payment methods your business can offer to process transactions.

Cash- and accrual-based business accounting are analysis methods for determining a business's financial health. Learn which is right for your business.

Managing payroll forms is a necessary part of owning and running a business. Learn about the payroll tax and report forms business owners must understand.

Whether you do it yourself or rely on accounting software, finance tracking is essential for small business owners.

Learn how to reconcile your business’s bank account by comparing your recorded transactions to the bank statements. Then, you can follow up on any errors.

Find out what to include in a cash flow statement, as well as its limitations and how cash flow is calculated.

Qualifying for a business credit card with bad credit is hard but not impossible. Learn about card options if you have bad credit, such as secured cards.

An accountant can add financial balance to your life. But how do you pick the right accountant for your business? Here are our tips.

Chargebacks are issued by card issuers or banks at the request of customers. Learn what a chargeback is, how much it costs, and how you can prevent them.

Partnerships use schedule K-1 tax forms to avoid tax penalties by distinguishing business income and personal income.