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There are plenty of financial tools and services that can improve the way you manage for business’s money. Whether it's accounting software, credit card processors or business loans, these finance products can provide you with the funds you need to run your business and the means to effectively manage them.

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The Best Online Payroll Services of 2025
By Jessica Elliott | February 21, 2025

Our team has compared the best online payroll services for 2025. See up-to-date reviews and costs for the top services.

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The Best POS Systems of 2025
By Quinn Springett | February 11, 2025

Before choosing a POS system, check out our reviews of the best picks for 2025.

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QuickBooks Online Review and Pricing
By Mike Berner | February 11, 2025

QuickBooks Online is an excellent small business accounting package. Learn about QuickBooks Online's features, like automation, security and integrations.

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The Best Credit Card Processors of 2025: Pricing and Hardware
By Mike Berner | February 05, 2025

We spent hundreds of of hours researching and hands-on testing all of the top credit credit card processors. Find out more about the ones we found to be the best.

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The Best Accounting Software for Restaurants
By Mike Berner | February 05, 2025

This article reviews the best accounting and invoicing software providers for restaurants.

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5 Best Restaurant POS Systems
By Quinn Springett | February 04, 2025

Our recommendations for the best restaurant POS systems, such as TouchBistro and Toast, feature high-quality tools for food and beverage businesses.

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The Best Accounting and Invoice-Generating Software for 2025
By Mike Berner | February 03, 2025

Our team has compared the best accounting software. See up-to-date comparisons, reviews and costs for the top-rated accounting programs.

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Clover POS System Review and Pricing
By Jamie Johnson | January 29, 2025

Clover is an all-in-one POS system for restaurants, retail stores and service-based businesses. Learn more about Clover and how it works.

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Mobile Wallet Guide: Google Wallet vs. Apple Pay vs. Samsung Wallet
By Adam Uzialko | January 23, 2025

Accepting digital wallet options like Google Pay, Apple Pay and Samsung Pay boosts customer convenience. Learn about the pros and cons of mobile wallets.

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Cash Register Buying Guide: POS vs. Cash Registers vs. Tablet mPOS
By Jennifer Dublino | January 23, 2025

Your brick-and-mortar business must provide quick, seamless customer checkout options. Learn if cash registers or POS systems are right for your business.

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FreshBooks vs. Xero Comparison
By Tom Anziano | January 14, 2025

FreshBooks and Xero are two top accounting software programs for small businesses. Here’s how they compare.

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FreshBooks vs. QuickBooks Comparison
By Mike Berner | January 13, 2025

FreshBooks and QuickBooks are two of the best accounting software programs for small businesses. Here’s how they compare.

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The Best Mobile Credit Card Processing Solutions of 2025
By Lori Fairbanks | January 10, 2025

With mobile credit card processing, you can accept payments from mobile devices. See our picks for the best mobile credit card processors in 2025.

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The Best Merchant Account Services
By Jennifer Dublino | January 08, 2025

See our expert and unbiased reviews of the top 10 merchant services. Compare 2025's top-ranked merchant account services for free at business.com.

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North Payments Review
By Mike Berner | November 08, 2024

North American Bancard is a credit card processor with quick setup that serves high-risk businesses. Learn about its fast approval process and features.

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Merchant One Review and Pricing
By Mike Berner | November 08, 2024

Merchant One is a top credit card processor with an intuitive platform. Learn why Merchant One is the best credit card processor for flexible pricing.

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Square Review and Pricing
By Mike Berner | October 30, 2024

Square is a top credit card processor with no fees, low rates and pay-as-you-go terms. Learn why Square is the best credit card processor for startups.

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QuickBooks Desktop vs. Online: Which Should You Use?
By Mark Fairlie | October 30, 2024

Should you use the desktop application or web browser version of QuickBooks? Here are some important updates about this software program.

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Clover Credit Card Processing Review and Pricing
By Mike Berner | October 24, 2024

Clover provides POS software and hardware along with credit card processing services. Learn why Clover is our choice for the best POS credit card processor.

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The Best Credit Card Processors for Restaurants in 2025
By Mike Berner | October 17, 2024
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SurePayroll Review and Pricing
By Matt D’Angelo | October 17, 2024

SurePayroll handles all payroll processing and payroll tax obligations. The system features an easy-to-use interface that's accessible online from anywhere.

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The Best Business Loan and Financing Options of 2025
By Mike Berner | October 17, 2024

Many small businesses need funding to get started. Learn about the different financing options to decide which would work best for your small business.

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GoDaddy POS Review and Pricing
By Skye Schooley | October 16, 2024

GoDaddy is a powerhouse platform for e-commerce businesses. It has multiple POS plans that can be used to build websites and online stores, track sales and customer data, and accept in-person, online...

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PayPal Credit Card Processing Review
By Lori Fairbanks | September 30, 2024

PayPal lets businesses of all sizes, including startups and microbusinesses, accept credit cards with minimal application requirements. It's affordable, has transparent pricing and terms, and is easy...

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Digital Receipts: Why Retailers Are Embracing Them
By Sean Peek | September 30, 2024

The latest digital receipt technology enables retailers to include marketing messaging. Learn the benefits and get software recommendations.

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TouchBistro Review and Pricing
By Quinn Springett | September 30, 2024

TouchBistro has helpful features like online ordering, reservations, loyalty programs and more. Learn why TouchBistro is a great restaurant POS system.

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Epos Now Review and Pricing
By Skye Schooley | September 30, 2024

Epos Now is a top point-of-sale (POS) system known for excellent integrations. Learn about Epos Now's features, limitations, pricing, support and more.

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Lightspeed POS Review and Pricing
By Skye Schooley | September 30, 2024

Lightspeed is a top POS system for retail businesses. Learn about its feature-rich software and advanced e-commerce, reporting, and management tools.

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Toast POS Review and Pricing
By Skye Schooley | September 30, 2024

Toast is a top POS system with extensive restaurant features. Learn why Toast's online ordering functionality stands out in the restaurant POS system area.