Finance

Should you start surcharging to mitigate credit card processing fees? Learn the pros and cons of surcharging, as well as some alternatives.

This guide explains Form 941, which employers need to fill out for tax withholdings from employee paychecks during payroll.

To start your business, you’ll need money and sometimes borrowing funds is fine. Without proper management and care, though, debt can become problematic.

Intuit has payroll services to suit different business sizes, and we think it's especially good for small businesses.

ADP offers payroll services for businesses of all sizes. While the size of your business will determine the platform you use, each offers the same core payroll services, including the ability to run...

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

Evaluate these five elements before you move forward with refinancing.

With new tax laws taking effect, follow these best practices to ensure your business is well positioned come tax time.

Nonprofit organizations have specific accounting regulations and requirements. Learn what nonprofits need to know about accounting.

This guide explains how to reconcile a business bank account and why it is important for a small business's cash flow and financial recordkeeping.

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.

The government and nonprofits provide funds for felons who want to start a business. Here is a list of options, from grants to crowdfunding to loans.

General ledger accounting means maintaining a general ledger, a record of a company's financial transactions. Here's what it includes and how it works.

Learn about discretionary bonuses and their regulatory and tax implications, as well as the bonus structures that best avoid triggering additional taxes.

Capital and operating grants are two different ways to fund your business. Here's what you need to know before applying for a business grant.

Learn how to tackle taxes more effectively and get bigger deductions by folding tax plans into your overall business strategy.

When your small business needs a funding source, you may consider a loan or try crowdfunding. Learn how to choose the right option for your business.

Want to improve cash flow or look good in the eyes of the bank or investors? Here's how to strengthen your balance sheet.

Here's a look at seven questions lenders ask small business borrowers and the reason for each one.

An asset in accounting is any company-controlled resource that generates an economic benefit for the owner.

Accounts payable reporting helps ensure you are keeping accurate financial data and that your bills are being paid on time. Learn more about these reports.

When you're running a business, an efficient accounts payable (AP) process is critical. Here's how accounts payable works and how to set up an AP process.

Small businesses often have slim profit margins. Learn how to cut expenses to boost cash flow, invest in growth and lower prices without impacting revenue.

If your small business needs money fast, these five loan providers can make the application process seamless and deliver your funds quickly.

Because small businesses operate on tight margins, sustaining a healthy profit is critical. Learn how to increase revenue and reduce expenses. 

You have to report PayPal income to the IRS. Learn how PayPal tracks your income and how to fill out a PayPal 1099.

Startups often turn to investors to help grow their businesses. Learn how to find a business investor and what to look for.

If you underpay an employee during a pay period, you owe them retro pay for the following paycheck. Find out what retro pay is and how to calculate it.

Customers not paying? Here's how you can successfully charge interest and late fees on unpaid invoices.