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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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Latest: Advice, Tips and Resources in Finance

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Importance of a Strong Finance Team for Accounting and Seeking Capital

By Jennifer Dublino | June 26, 2026

To achieve financial goals you might need a top-notch finance department. Learn how your company can become more competitive.

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Secured vs. Unsecured Business Loans: Key Differences

By Adam Uzialko | June 26, 2026

One thing you should decide before applying for a business loan is whether you need a secured or unsecured one. Learn how to determine which works best for you.

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Business Loan Interest Rates: What to Expect in 2026

By Adam Uzialko | June 26, 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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Startup Loans: Options for New Businesses With No Revenue

By Adam Uzialko | June 26, 2026

Getting a startup loan without revenue isn’t easy, but it’s possible. Here’s how to find funding, qualify and improve your approval odds.

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Financial Tracking 101: Top Implementation Practices and Best Tools

By Donna Fuscaldo | June 26, 2026

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

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Unique Ways Small Businesses Can Increase Cash Flow

By Mark Fairlie | June 26, 2026

Looking to increase your small business's cash flow? Follow these tips to make sure you have enough liquid capital to keep growing.

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What Is a Profit and Loss Statement?

By Jamie Johnson | June 26, 2026

Learn how to create, read and analyze a profit and loss statement (P&L), including key formulas, real-world examples and accounting software recommendations.

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Assets in Business Accounting: Types & Determining Value

By Sean Peek | June 25, 2026

Assets refer to resources that can be converted into cash. Learn how assets work, the various types of assets, how to determine an asset's value and more.

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Business Credit Card vs. Line of Credit

By Adam Uzialko | June 25, 2026

Compare business credit cards and lines of credit, including interest rates, borrowing limits, approval requirements and when each is the better choice.

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AI in Accounting: What Small Businesses Should Actually Expect in 2026

By Adam Uzialko | June 25, 2026

Amidst the hype and doom, it can be difficult to understand what AI can actually do for your business. In terms of AI accounting, here’s what you can expect.

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How to Use Real-Time Financial Dashboards to Make Better Business Decisions

By Adam Uzialko | June 25, 2026

Real-time financial dashboards support better business decision making. Here’s how these analytics tools work and how to make the most of them.

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User Permissions and Financial Controls: How Growing Teams Can Share the Books Without Losing Control

By Adam Uzialko | June 25, 2026

Financial data is sensitive, and as your team grows you need to control who has access to which information. That’s where role-based access control comes in.

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TouchBistro Review and Pricing

By Jamie Johnson | June 25, 2026

Learn about TouchBistro's pricing, features, pros and cons to determine whether it's the best restaurant POS system for your business.

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How to Separate Personal and Business Credit

By Adam Uzialko | June 24, 2026

Learn how to separate personal and business credit, build business credit in your company's name, protect liability protection and simplify bookkeeping and taxes.

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QuickBooks Desktop vs. Online: Which Should You Use?

By Mark Fairlie | June 24, 2026

Learn the differences between QuickBooks Desktop and QuickBooks Online, including pricing, features, user limits and who each version is best suited for.

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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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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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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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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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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.