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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.

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CAKE Review
By Quinn Springett | September 30, 2024

Cake by Mad Mobile is an efficient POS system ideal for restaurants. Learn about Cake's ease of use, features, pricing, inventory management and support.

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Wix Review
By Elizabeth Crumbly | September 30, 2024
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POS Reports Your Retail Business Should Be Using
By Donna Fuscaldo | September 30, 2024

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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11 Ways to Drastically Cut Business Costs
By Katharine Paljug | September 17, 2024

Small businesses often have slim profit margins. Learn how to cut expenses to boost cash flow, invest in growth and lower prices without impacting revenue.

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Brilliant POS Review
By Quinn Springett | September 12, 2024

Brilliant is a cloud-based POS system with excellent employee management features. Learn how Brilliant can track wages, hours, payroll and schedules.

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When Does Your Business Credit Score Matter?
By Donna Fuscaldo | September 11, 2024

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 a Mobile POS System
By Skye Schooley | September 06, 2024

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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Helcim Review and Pricing
By Mike Berner | August 27, 2024

Helcim makes credit card processing simple and affordable for small businesses. It offers retail, mobile, and virtual credit card processing solutions with transparent pricing and month-to-month...

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Should You Pick the Cheapest Payroll Service?
By Sean Peek | August 22, 2024

QuickBooks, Rippling, Gusto and Zenefits are among the cheapest payroll services that also boast a range of features for small businesses.

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You Can Do It: How to Start a Business Without a Loan
By Donna Fuscaldo | August 15, 2024

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

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How to Qualify for an Agricultural Loan
By Max Freedman | August 12, 2024

It can be difficult to keep up with the costs associated with running a farm. Low-interest agricultural loans help farmers stay afloat.

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How to Self-Fund Your Business
By Sean Peek | August 12, 2024

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

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Traditional vs. Roth IRAs: What SMB Owners Must Know
By Max Freedman | August 05, 2024

SMB owners are responsible for their own nest eggs. Which retirement account should they choose? Compare the pros and cons of traditional and Roth IRAs.

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A Nonprofit’s Guide to Accounting
By Katharine Paljug | July 31, 2024

Nonprofit organizations have specific accounting regulations and requirements. Learn what nonprofits need to know about accounting.

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How Business Debt Consolidation Works
By Julie Thompson | July 30, 2024

Learn who should consider debt consolidation and what you need to know before deciding whether business debt consolidation is right for you.

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Financial Accounting: What You Need to Know
By Dock David Treece | July 30, 2024

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

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How the Self-Employed Can Make Roth IRA Contributions
By Jennifer Dublino | July 26, 2024

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

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18 Small Business Grants for Minorities
By Adam Uzialko | July 23, 2024

Business grants help provide free funding to minority business owners. Check out the most updated list of minority business and how to apply.

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What Small Business Owners Should Know About Direct Deposit
By Simone Johnson | July 23, 2024

Direct deposit is popular among large employers, but what options exist for small businesses? Learn more about direct deposit, including the pros and cons.

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Restaurant Accounting: How It’s Different
By Dock David Treece | July 16, 2024

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 to Know Before You Refinance Your Business Loans
By Max Freedman | July 15, 2024

Evaluate these five elements before you move forward with refinancing.

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Before the Business Loan: Questions That Must Be Asked
By Donna Fuscaldo | July 09, 2024

Here's a look at seven questions lenders ask small business borrowers and the reason for each one.

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How to Do Payroll for a Small Business
By Matt D’Angelo | July 09, 2024

Learn how to run payroll for your small business's employees.

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Xero Accounting Software Review and Pricing
By Mike Berner | July 09, 2024

Xero is a reasonably priced accounting software package with excellent integrations and an intuitive user interface. Learn why Xero is our top pick for growing companies.

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ADP Payroll Review and Pricing
By Jessica Elliott | July 09, 2024

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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Business Loan vs. Crowdfunding: Which Is Best for You?
By Julie Thompson | July 03, 2024

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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Factors to Review When Choosing a Credit Card Payment Service
By Jennifer Dublino | July 01, 2024

Ready for your business to accept credit cards? Consider these 10 credit card payment services to choose the right one for your small business.