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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.

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The Ever-Changing Landscape of Bots and Credit Card Testing
By John Canfield | September 09, 2026
It's essential for small and midsize business owners with e-commerce storefronts to understand the potential threats and damage of bot activity.
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What to Do If You’re Behind on Your Taxes
By Sally Herigstad | September 09, 2026
Learn how to remedy your tax situation as quickly and effectively as possible with tips from CPAs and tax experts.
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How to Apply for a Business Credit Card as a Sole Proprietor
By Andrew Martins | September 09, 2026
Build business credit while simplifying your accounting processes and earning rewards.
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Using AI Tools to Uncover Tax Deductions You May Not Have Known About
By Adam Uzialko | September 09, 2026
Artificial intelligence can be a powerful tool when it comes to maximizing your tax deductions.
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The Complete Guide to Accounts Payable Reporting
By Jamie Johnson | September 09, 2026
Accounts payable reporting is the process of tracking what your business owes its suppliers and vendors.
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Top Wave Accounting Software Alternatives
By Jamie Johnson | September 09, 2026
If you're moving on from Wave accounting software, consider these easy-to-use, feature-full alternatives.
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Asset Management for Your Construction Firm: 8 Tips for Success
By Mark Fairlie | September 09, 2026
Monitor and maintain your assets closely to keep your company and projects running smoothly.
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Employee Bonuses Guide
By David Gargaro | September 08, 2026
Learn how to understand, implement and structure various types of employee bonuses.
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Payment Terms and Invoice Workflows That Shorten Your Collection Cycle
By Adam Uzialko | September 04, 2026
Cash flow is key for small businesses, and the payment terms and invoice workflows you implement can determine how quickly you get paid.
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How to Improve Your Small Business’s Cash Flow
By Sean Peek | September 04, 2026
Cash flow refers to the total amount of money flowing in and out of a business. Here's how to solve cash flow problems.
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Budget Planning: A Small Business Budgeting Guide
By Sean Peek | September 04, 2026
By tracking cash flow, expenses and revenue, new entrepreneurs can more easily manage their finances and maintain profitability.
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How to Process Accounts Receivable: A Step-by-Step Guide
By Jamie Johnson | September 04, 2026
Accounts receivable is the money a customer or client owes your business. Learn how the accounts receivable process works and how accounting software can help you manage it.
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How to Get Professional Guidance for Your SMB on a Budget
By Amanda Hoffman | September 04, 2026
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How to Accept Credit Card Payments Using Your Phone
By Simone Johnson | September 04, 2026
Accepting credit card payments has never been easier for small businesses. Here's how to take payments with your phone, along with the tools, costs and setup tips to keep in mind.
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Which Bookkeeping Tasks Should Be Automated (And Which Shouldn’t)?
By Adam Uzialko | September 03, 2026
Just because you can automate a bookkeeping task doesn’t mean you should. Here’s which ones are safe to automate and which you should keep in manual review.
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QuickBooks vs. Xero Comparison
By Mike Berner | September 03, 2026
QuickBooks Online and Xero are among the most popular accounting software choices for small businesses. Learn more about how they compare.
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Sage 50 Review and Pricing
By Mike Berner | August 27, 2026
Our Sage 50 Accounting review covers pricing, features, job costing, inventory and support. See why we chose Sage 50 as the best accounting software for desktop users and how its Desktop and Cloud...
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Lightspeed POS Review and Pricing
By Skye Schooley | August 27, 2026
Lightspeed is our pick for the best retail POS system, with advanced inventory management, built-in wholesale ordering, e-commerce, loyalty and reporting tools. Plans start at $89 per month, with...
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Sales Tax Nexus: When Selling Across State Lines Changes What You File
By Adam Uzialko | August 27, 2026
As your business grows into new states, your tax obligations change. Here’s how to remain compliant and when to consider upgrading your accounting tools to keep pace.
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How to Switch Accounting Systems Without Losing Your Data
By Adam Uzialko | August 25, 2026
Migrating your accounting software is a sensitive process — here’s how to do it without losing your business’s financial data.
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How to Fix a Bank Reconciliation That Won’t Balance
By Adam Uzialko | August 25, 2026
When your bank reconciliation doesn’t add up, it could be due to several causes. Here’s how to work through each and find the issue.
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Stripe vs. PayPal
By Dock David Treece | August 21, 2026
Both Stripe and PayPal can help you send invoices, process payments and receive money. How do they differ, and which one is right for your business?
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Digital Payment Guide: Best Payment Methods & Why to Accept Them
By Sammi Caramela | August 18, 2026
Modern payment processing goes far beyond credit and debit cards. Learn about digital payment methods your business should consider accepting.
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Rippling vs. Deel Comparison
By Skye Schooley | August 07, 2026
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Minimum Requirements for Business Credit Cards
By Adam Uzialko | August 06, 2026
From credit scores and income requirements to secured cards and corporate cards, here's what you need to know before applying.
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How to choose accounting software
By Jamie Johnson | August 05, 2026
The right accounting software makes it easier to track your expenses, send invoices and collaborate with your accountant.
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Digital Receipts: Why Retailers Are Embracing Them
By Sean Peek | August 05, 2026
Empower your digital marketing program with data via digital receipts.
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pmtbox Review
By Jennifer Dublino | August 05, 2026
pmtbox, formerly National Processing, offers competitive credit card processing rates along with a platform for unified payment operations and fraud prevention.
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BusinessLoans.com Review
By Mike Berner | August 05, 2026
BusinessLoans.com is a lending marketplace that helps small businesses compare financing options from multiple lenders through a guided self-service application. Read our review to see if it's the...