Finances

Failing to have a firm grasp on your business's financial status can significantly hamper your ability to grow. Here are seven accounting mistakes to avoid.

Find yourself in a financial bind? A factoring service might be able to help.

What are the main features of PPP and EIDL loans, and how does the forgiveness process vary for each loan type?

Financing can accelerate any business's growth, but it's vital to approach it properly.

A 401(k) is an important retirement savings vehicle that many employers offer to their employees. Here's what you should know about this type of plan.

Tax season can be a very stressful time, but by folding tax planning into your business strategy, you can quickly and efficiently process your taxes.

Sometimes your business needs funding fast. That's when these loans come in handy.

There are many different types of funding for small businesses. Here's a breakdown of some of the most common types and when each is right for your business.

The FICA tax is a federal tax that both employers and employees pay to support Medicare and Social Security. Here's how it works and what you need to know as an employer.

Investing in startups is a uniquely high-risk, high-return challenge, but investors can boost their chances by following a few simple guidelines.

Businesses need a federal tax ID number before they can open their doors, but did you know they're vulnerable to fraud?

Though many credit card providers require a form of collateral for certain small business cards, not all do. Here's what you need to know about getting an unsecured business credit card.

Jason Milleisen, a former workout officer for the biggest SBA lender in the U.S., answers your questions about SBA loan default and the offer in compromise process as a result of the coronavirus.

Consider these six things before deciding if your business should buy or rent an ATM.

Building and running a small business is no small task. One of the biggest challenges is managing finances. See if a term loan or line of credit could help.

If you want to hold on to your top employees, a strong compensation management program is critical.

Thousands of small businesses have shut down because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Adding insult to injury, many are facing tax hits as they wind down.

Many businesses experience financial ups and downs. Here are tips to help you stay afloat when business slows down.

More than 5 million businesses have received COVID relief funds. It's important to keep loan forgiveness in mind from the moment you receive your funds to avoid unforeseen costs.

The pandemic has affected almost every business in 2020, and mine was no exception. My company was able to rebound from the initial shockwaves without a single layoff. Here's how I did it.

There's more to Amazon than free shipping and same-day delivery. It also has a suite of credit cards that reward you for doing business with the e-commerce giant.

Looking for a way to fund your startup but don't want to take out a loan? A ROBS may be the answer.

Before you take out a business loan, you need to understand the difference between secured and unsecured loans so you can choose the best option for your business.

A business line of credit and a business credit card are both useful tools for managing your business's finances. Find out which one is right for you.

What is the difference between your personal and business credit score, and when does your business credit score matter? Read on to find out.

Whether you run a startup or a Fortune 500 company, you need capital to grow. Here are six strategies for raising capital as a small business owner.

If your business pays independent contractors or vendors for freelance work, rent, or other items, you'll need to fill out IRS Form 1099.

Learn what severance pay is and when you should offer it.

Can you deduct that credit card fee? Find out which credit card fees are tax-deductible.

Learn how to use business debt consolidation to simply your business loan payments and get a lower interest rate.