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From tracking inventory to running promotions, restaurant POS systems bring numerous benefits. Learn about the top features of restaurant POS systems.

Want to improve cash flow or look good in the eyes of the bank or investors? Here's how to strengthen your balance sheet.

The triple bottom line uses a sustainability-based accounting method that prioritizes people, profit and planet. Here's how businesses utilize it.

When considering accepting a business loan, it's important to develop a repayment plan. Learn about the calculation formula, amortization and more.

Entrepreneurs with mobile operations must be able to accept payments on the go. Learn how to accept payments via iPhone and which payment processors to use.

There's more to a loan than paying your monthly installment. Look for these hidden terms and fees a lender might include in a loan agreement.

Credit card testing fraud, driven by bots, is costly and damaging to SMBs and credit cardholders. Learn how to protect your business and customers.

Before you sell equity, make sure the capital is well worth it. Here's how to spot a good investment deal.

Equity compensation is a strategy used to improve a business’s cash flow. Instead of a full salary, the employee is given a partial stake in the company.

Credit card payment processing brings risks that can expose your small business to fines, data breaches and more. Learn what SMBs must know about payment processing.

These are the most important steps you can take to prevent payroll discrepancies and, if they do occur, how to fix them.

If you are considering debt or equity financing, it is important to know the pros and cons of each.

Debt collection is the process of obtaining payment on a past-due account. Here's what to expect if you run into financial trouble.

Find out the definitions and see examples of fixed, variable and mixed expenses. Read on to learn how to save on these costs.

As an SMB owner you’ll need quick access to funds. Here is how to maximize the benefits and reduce the risks of using your business credit card.

Small businesses that must cut costs may consider a free POS system. Learn the benefits and limitations of free POS systems and some options to consider.

Successful businesses must stay on top of their accounting. Learn how to use payroll journal entries to track wages and other financial data.

Employee bonuses are any compensation paid in excess of an employee's base salary or hourly wage. Learn how to structure and implement employee bonuses.

Read what experts say about obtaining funding for a small business.

Learn whether a grant or loan is better for your business, the different types of each, how to choose between them and the best loan providers.

Women-run businesses make up nearly half of all businesses, yet they're far behind in business funding. Learn about grants for women entrepreneurs to help close the gap.

If you plan to outsource payroll, CPAs and payroll services are good options. Here's a look at what CPAs and payroll services offer and how much they cost.

Credit cards offer an effective way to fund a small business, but only if you pay off your balance each month and take advantage of the available perks.

TriNet ensures error-free payroll processing. Learn why we chose TriNet as the best payroll service with time tracking and scheduling tools.

When clients don't pay invoices, your business's cash flow is affected. Learn how and when to charge interest and late fees on invoices to recoup funds.

Considering a merchant cash advance for your business? Before accepting one, learn the pros and cons.

Maintaining a general ledger helps you gauge a business's financial health and avoid accounting mistakes. Learn what a general ledger is and how it works.

Choosing a processing system to handle payments is an important part of your business. But there is a register to fit every establishment’s needs.

Under the legislation, eligible employers can claim a refundable tax credit that is equal to 70 percent of the qualified wages they pay employees.