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How to Calculate Night Shift Differential Pay
By Max Freedman | March 02, 2023

Night shift differential pay makes it easy to find and motivate daytime employees to work nighttime shifts. Here's how to calculate it.

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Supply Chain Finance or Invoice Factoring: Which Is Better for Managing Cash Flow?
By Sean Peek | February 28, 2023

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

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Don’t Go Broke: The Best Ways to Save When Starting a Business
By Mike Berner | February 28, 2023

New products and remote work have made it much easier to start a new business while on a budget. Find out how to save.

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What Is the Triple Bottom Line?
By Paula Fernandes | February 28, 2023

The triple bottom line uses a sustainability-based accounting method that prioritizes people, profit and planet. Here's how businesses utilize it.

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When Does Your Business Credit Score Matter?
By Donna Fuscaldo | February 22, 2023

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 to Choose and Open a Business Checking Account
By Meredith Wood | February 22, 2023

Creating a new company banking account is important so you want to do your research. Here are three steps to opening your business checking account.

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In Pursuit of Profit: Applications and Uses of Break-Even Analysis
By Simone Johnson | February 21, 2023

A break-even analysis helps you identify how much your business must sell to recoup costs. Learn how to use it to make smart decisions for your business.

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8 Things Most Small Businesses Don’t Know About Credit Card Payment Processing
By Jennifer Dublino | February 21, 2023

There are risks when your business handles sensitive payment data. Here are eight things most don't know about credit card processing.

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You Can Do It: How to Start a Business Without a Loan
By Donna Fuscaldo | February 21, 2023

Debt isn't the only way! Here are alternatives to getting a loan in order to start your business.

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Financing Your Retail Store
By Julie Thompson | February 21, 2023

Most entrepreneurs turn to small business loans when seeking startup cash, but there are other ways to raise working capital for a store. Learn more here.

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How to Self-Fund Your Business
By Sean Peek | February 21, 2023

While self-funding a business is difficult, it isn’t impossible. Here are important tips for entrepreneurs considering the idea.

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Time to Ditch Cash? Why Credit Card Only Might Make Sense
By Jennifer Dublino | February 21, 2023

Customers prefer using their credit and debit cards for most purchases. Does it make sense for your restaurant to continue accepting cash?

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POS Systems for Small Construction Businesses
By Donna Fuscaldo | February 21, 2023

With a POS system installed on your phone or tablet, you can accept payments on the job, send digital receipts, and accurately record payment details.

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Restaurant Accounting: How It’s Different
By Dock David Treece | February 21, 2023

Restaurant accounting has specific needs and features. Here's a look at restaurant accounting methods and expenses, how tips factor in, and more.

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How to Improve Your Accounting Skills
By Sean Peek | February 21, 2023

Accounting skills are always in high demand. Here are the skills all accountants and entrepreneurs should focus on improving.

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Should You Accept Equity as Compensation?
By Max Freedman | February 21, 2023

Startups are short on cash but long on equity, so they often offer it as compensation. Here's why that could be a good or bad thing and what to negotiate.

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Which Government Loans Are Available to Entrepreneurs?
By Adam Uzialko | February 21, 2023

Need a small business loan with low interest rates? Learn about the government loans available to entrepreneurs.

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What Are 7702 Plans and How Can They Be Used for Retirement?
By Max Freedman | February 21, 2023

These variable universal life insurance policies are tax-deferred to build cash value but aren't the same as retirement funds.

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Unique Ways Small Businesses Can Increase Cash Flow
By Donna Fuscaldo | February 21, 2023

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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How AI and Automation Technology Can Help Accountants
By Jamie Johnson | February 21, 2023

Artificial intelligence and automation are changing accounting. Learn how to mix accounting, AI and automation for a balance of brainpower and technology.

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PayPal Business Loans Review
By Matt D’Angelo | February 21, 2023

PayPal offers both term loans and working capital loans to small businesses with a PayPal Business account.

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OnDeck Review
By Matt D’Angelo | February 21, 2023

OnDeck offers a non-bank alternative to getting loans and lines of credit for small businesses.

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Spend Wisely: How to Get the Most Out of Your Business Credit Cards
By Jennifer Dublino | February 21, 2023

While business credit cards can be a good source of funding, if you aren't careful, you could easily find yourself in mounting debt.

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Why Every Company Should Have a Business Savings Account
By Jamie Johnson | February 21, 2023

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

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What Happens if You Can’t Repay Your SBA Loan?
By Donna Fuscaldo | February 21, 2023

Learn what happens when you can't pay back your small business loan from the SBA.

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How to Choose a Mobile POS System
By Skye Schooley | February 21, 2023

There are a lot of mobile point-of-sale apps out there. How do you choose the best mobile POS for your business?

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A Guide to Payroll Forms
By Simone Johnson | February 21, 2023

As a small business owner, do you know enough about different payroll forms? Click to read about payroll deduction forms, certified payroll forms and more.

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How to Know an Investor Is Offering You a Good Deal
By Adam Uzialko | February 21, 2023

Before you sell equity, make sure the capital is well worth it. Here's how to spot a good investment deal.

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How to Start Budget Planning for Your Business
By Sean Peek | February 21, 2023

Business owners need budgets to help them manage money and meet financial goals. Learn how and why to start budget planning for your business.

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Everything You Need to Know About Cash Flow Statements
By Mona Bushnell | February 21, 2023

Learn why cash flow statements are a vital part of financial tracking and many financial activities.