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Latest: Advice, Tips and Resources in Finance

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How to Budget for Hourly Employees Annually
By Julie Thompson | October 25, 2023

Many businesses hire hourly employees with varying hours. Learn how to determine and calculate the average cost of an hourly employee to your business.

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1099-MISC vs. 1099-NEC
By Julie Thompson | October 25, 2023

How do 1099-MISC and 1099-NEC tax forms differ? Learn the differences between 1099-MISC and 1099-NEC, which affect independent contractors and freelancers.

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What Is SUTA Tax? How Do You Calculate It?
By David Gargaro | October 23, 2023

The State Unemployment Tax Act (SUTA) is a required payroll tax employers must pay. Learn what SUTA taxes are and how to understand, set up and pay them.

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Using Form 941 to Pay Quarterly Payroll Taxes
By David Gargaro | October 23, 2023

Businesses must file Form 941 quarterly to report the total taxes withheld from employees' paychecks. Here's everything you need to know about Form 941.

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What Is a Discretionary Bonus?
By David Gargaro | October 13, 2023

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

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Gusto Payroll Software Review and Pricing
By Jessica Elliott | October 11, 2023

Gusto helps small businesses manage payroll and HR processes. Explore its features, usability and limitations in our Gusto review.

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How to Calculate Blended Overtime Pay
By Max Freedman | October 11, 2023

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

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Biz2Credit Review and Rates
By Mike Berner | October 05, 2023

Biz2Credit is an online marketplace for small business funding. The company connects small businesses in need of funding with lenders. It can help small businesses obtain a variety of loans,...

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PayPal 1099: How to Report Self-Employment Income to the IRS
By Jamie Johnson | October 05, 2023

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

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Clover POS System Review and Pricing
By Skye Schooley | October 03, 2023

Clover is an advanced POS system for businesses that require highly customizable software. You can start with the basic features, then add apps for advanced capabilities such as staff scheduling,...

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Which Business Credit Card Fees Are Tax-Deductible?
By Dock David Treece | September 15, 2023

Businesses can deduct credit card annual fees and other fees as business expenses. Learn how to deduct business credit card fees on your taxes correctly.

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QuickBooks Payroll Review and Pricing
By Jessica Elliott | September 14, 2023

Pay employees and contractors with Intuit QuickBooks Payroll. See why this is the best payroll solution for businesses seeking an accounting integration.

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ADP Payroll Review and Pricing
By Jessica Elliott | September 14, 2023

ADP’s scalable plans and advanced payroll features make it the best payroll solution for growing businesses. Explore pricing, features and more.

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Paychex Payroll Software Review and Pricing
By Jessica Elliott | September 14, 2023

Paychex offers enterprise-grade onboarding, payroll and HR features. Learn why it’s our top pick for larger businesses needing payroll services.

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Accion Review
By Mike Berner | September 14, 2023

Accion is a small business microloan lender. The company provides two types of loans: one for established businesses and one for startups. Loan types, amounts and requirements vary by state. Each...

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OnPay Payroll Software Review and Pricing
By Jessica Elliott | September 14, 2023

OnPay’s user-friendly payroll tools and excellent customer support make it the best payroll service for small businesses. Explore features and pricing.

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Fundbox Business Loan Review and Rates
By Mike Berner | September 13, 2023

Fundbox offers business owners a way to fix their cash flow by advancing payments for their outstanding invoices. There are no approval processes, forms to fill out, phone calls to make or...

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PayPal Business Loans Review
By Matt D’Angelo | September 13, 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 | September 13, 2023

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

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Noble Funding Review
By Mike Berner | September 13, 2023

Noble Funding provides loans to businesses beginning at a minimum amount of $50,000. It's a reputable company that has provided and organized more than $400 million in loans for small businesses, and...

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Fora Financial Review
By Mike Berner | September 13, 2023

Fora Financial offers working capital loans for small businesses. Loans range from $5,000 to $500,000. This merchant cash advance company extends its offers to small businesses that have been in...

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Crest Capital Business Loan and Financing Review
By Mike Berner | September 13, 2023

Crest Capital is an equipment financing company for small businesses, offering funding from $5,000 to over $500,000. You can finance equipment from another vendor or partner with one of Crest's...

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Balboa Capital Business Loan Review
By Mike Berner | September 13, 2023

Balboa Capital is an alternative lender that provides loans for small and midsize businesses. Small business owners can choose from several different types of loans, including standard small business...

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Flagship Merchant Services Review and Pricing
By Donna Fuscaldo | September 13, 2023

Flagship Merchant Services offers favorable month-to-month terms to all its merchants, with no setup, gateway setup or early termination fees. This full-service credit card processing company has low...

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isolved Payroll Review and Pricing
By Jessica Elliott | September 13, 2023

isolved lets small businesses design custom HR and payroll systems. Learn why we chose isolved as the best payroll software for plan customization.

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Understanding PayPal Credit Card Fees
By Adam Uzialko | September 01, 2023

PayPal is an excellent credit card processing option for small businesses. Learn all about PayPal's transparent pricing and credit card fees.

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How the Self-Employed Can Make Roth IRA Contributions
By Dock David Treece | August 10, 2023

This guide explains how self-employed people can make Roth IRA contributions to save for their retirement.

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7 Medical Billing Tips
By Max Freedman | August 10, 2023

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

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When Does Your Business Credit Score Matter?
By Donna Fuscaldo | July 31, 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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Financial Accounting
By Dock David Treece | July 31, 2023

Learn what every business owner needs to know about financial accounting, accounting software and financial statements.