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Business Finances

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.

Latest: Advice, Tips and Resources in Finance

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Shopify vs. Square: Which POS Is Best for Your Business?
By Jamie Johnson | September 30, 2024

Shopify and Square are two popular POS systems for e-commerce. Learn how Shopify vs. Square compares and where each one stands out or falls short.

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How to Choose a Bar POS System
By Skye Schooley | September 30, 2024

Every bar owner understands that bars have unique needs, and so does your bar POS system. Learn how to choose the best bar POS system for your business.

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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.

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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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9 Benefits of Switching to Cloud-Based POS Software
By Sean Peek | September 30, 2024

Cloud-based point-of-sale (POS) software has many advantages over traditional sales technology. Consider these benefits and top systems.

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15 Top POS System Features
By Sean Peek | September 30, 2024

The best POS system will vary based on your needs and the customer experience you want to provide. Here are 15 important features to look for.

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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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How to Keep Your Business Out of Bankruptcy
By Danielle Fallon-O’Leary | September 17, 2024

Proper budgeting and cash flow management can help protect your business from bankruptcy. Learn the steps you can take to avoid it.

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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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5 Restaurant Employee Scams That Will Cost Your Business Big
By Mona Bushnell | August 13, 2024

Learn how five top restaurant employee-theft scams work. We'll show you how to stop losing money to employee theft and retake control of your restaurant.

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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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5 Best Construction Estimating Tools
By Eduardo Vasconcellos | August 05, 2024

Accurate estimates are key to your construction business's success. Learn about the top five construction estimating software tools.

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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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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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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.