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Your money matters, and our Business Finances hub can help you more effectively manage it. From securing funding and tracking revenue and expenses to bolstering cash flow, these resources can help you build a sturdy foundation for your fiscal house.

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Latest: Advice, Tips and Resources in Finance

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Do You Understand the Fine Print of Your Loan Agreement?
By Siri Hedreen | January 09, 2026
Important information is tucked away in the fine print of a loan agreement. Learn what to look for and what you're agreeing to before you sign it.
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Business Loan vs. Crowdfunding: Which Is Best for You?
By Julie Thompson | January 09, 2026
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.
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Restaurant Accounting: How It’s Different From Other Industries & Best Practices
By Dock David Treece | January 07, 2026
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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What Is a Hard Money Loan?
By Simone Johnson | January 07, 2026
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.
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What to Do If You Can’t Get a Business Loan
By Donna Fuscaldo | January 06, 2026
Here's what to do if you can't get a business loan, and why being turned away isn't the end of the world.
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What It Means to Default on a Business Loan and What to Do Next
By Kiely Kuligowski | January 06, 2026
Learn what it means to default on a business loan and what options you have available if this happens to you.
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What Are Cash Advances and How Do They Work?
By Donna Fuscaldo | January 05, 2026
Cash advances are short-term loans that don't need an application or credit check, but they aren't always a good option. Learn cash advance pros and cons.
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Smarter Bookkeeping with AI-Powered Reconciliation
By Miranda Fraraccio | January 02, 2026
AI-powered integrations and features in modern bookkeeping software like QuickBooks can make account reconciliation easier, faster and more accurate.
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How to Get Paid as a Construction Contractor
By Karina Fabian | January 02, 2026
Cash flow is critical for construction contractors. Learn best practices for ensuring your clients pay you and tips for dealing with nonpaying customers.
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POS Systems for Small Construction Businesses
By Donna Fuscaldo | January 02, 2026
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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Forget the Checks: 5 Reasons Why Your Construction Company Should Accept Credit Card Payments
By Sean Peek | December 18, 2025
Accepting credit cards helps construction firms boost cash flow, reduce bounced checks and offer clients flexible, secure payment options.
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Is Your SBA Loan in Default? Forgiveness Is Possible
By Nicole Fallon | December 16, 2025
Defaulting on an SBA loan is serious; you can face bank levies, wage garnishment and foreclosure. But some cases allow forgiveness. Learn if you qualify.
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POS Reports Your Retail Business Should Be Using
By Donna Fuscaldo | November 17, 2025
With this guide, learn how a point-of-sale (POS) system can transform your business by increasing sales, maximizing results and reducing waste.
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What to Know Before You Refinance Your Business Loans
By Max Freedman | November 04, 2025
Evaluate these five elements before you move forward with refinancing.
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Clover vs. Square: Comparing Two of Our Top Credit Card Processing Picks
By Eduardo Vasconcellos | November 03, 2025
Clover and Square are top credit card processors with various features that appeal to different businesses. Here's how their services and costs compare.
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Review
Wave Financial Review
By Simone Johnson | October 30, 2025
Wave is an accounting software that offers a free option and useful payroll tools, making it a strong choice for small businesses on a budget.
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Review
Melio Accounting Software
By Max Freedman | October 29, 2025
Our Melio accounting software review covers its affordable pricing and effective invoicing and bill pay tools.
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Intuit TurboTax Review
By Andrew Martins | October 29, 2025
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How Fintech Is Changing Business (and Bank Accounts)
By Mark Fairlie | October 27, 2025
FinTech is the financial technology fueling innovation in payment processing, lending, wealth management, and more. Learn how FinTech is changing business.
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The Best Business Grants for Women in 2026
By Sammi Caramela | October 17, 2025
Top business grants for women include Amber Grant ($10,000 monthly), Cartier Women's Initiative ($100,000), IFundWomen, and Tory Burch Foundation programs.
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What Is an Audited Financial Statement?
By Sally Herigstad | October 09, 2025
Audited financial statements are independent CPA evaluations costing thousands. They include balance sheets, cash flow, income statements, and equity changes.
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NetSuite Accounting Software Review and Pricing
By Mike Berner | September 24, 2025
Oracle NetSuite is a cloud ERP integrating finance, sales, supply chain, and HR tools. Pricing starts around $999 per month licensing plus $99 per user.
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SBG Funding Review 2026: $5M Loans, 24-Hour Funding, 85% Approval
By Mike Berner | September 12, 2025
SBG Funding offers fast funding and flexible terms on loans up to $5 million, earning a 9 out of 10 rating and our pick for best lender for flexible terms.
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Square Review and Pricing
By Mike Berner | August 15, 2025
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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Chase Payment Solutions Review
By Mike Berner | August 12, 2025
Chase Payment Solutions offers same-day deposits, customer analytics, and HIPAA-compliant InstaMed platform for healthcare providers to process payments.
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Fundbox Business Loan Review and Rates
By Mike Berner | August 01, 2025
Fundbox offers business lines of credit up to $150,000 with 12-24 week terms, 4.66% starting rates, and tech features like cash flow insights and mobile app.
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North Payments Review
By Mike Berner | July 25, 2025
North Payments offers fast approval and easy setup for high-risk businesses, with free equipment, next-day funding and a user-friendly portal.
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Toast POS Review and Pricing
By Skye Schooley | July 21, 2025
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.
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Biz2Credit Review and Rates
By Mike Berner | July 17, 2025
Biz2Credit connects businesses to term loans and revenue financing up to $2 million with 24-hour approvals. Learn more in this extensive Business.com review.
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Stripe vs. Square Credit Card Processing Comparison
By Jennifer Dublino | June 10, 2025
Stripe is ideal for online businesses needing customization, while Square suits in-person sellers with free POS tools, transparent pricing and fast setup.