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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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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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9 Elements of a Successful Financial Plan for a Small Business
By Jamie Johnson | October 15, 2024

Improve your chances of growth and success by covering these bases in your financial plan.

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The Best POS Systems of 2025
By Quinn Springett | October 11, 2024

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

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Complete List of POS Charges and Fees
By Jamie Johnson | September 30, 2024

Every size business can benefit from a POS system, and there are various prices and technology suited for every need. Here's what you need to know.

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Clover vs. Toast POS & Payment Processing Comparison
By Jennifer Dublino | September 30, 2024

Clover and Toast are payment processors that can provide POS functionality and hardware. Learn how their features, service and costs compare.

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

Clover is an advanced POS system for businesses that require highly customizable software. You can start with the basic features, then add apps for advanced capabilities such as staff scheduling,...

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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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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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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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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...

Article
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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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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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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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.

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How to File Medical Claims
By Leah Zitter | June 10, 2024

Medical offices bill insurance providers for clients' services. Learn what's involved, including HIPAA regulations, what to include and what can go wrong.

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The Solopreneur’s Guide to Retirement Funds
By Donna Fuscaldo | April 23, 2024

How do self-employed people plan for retirement? Here are a few retirement plan options for the solopreneur.

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Credit Card Processing in High-Risk Industries
By Dachondra Cason | April 19, 2024

Is your business considered a high risk by your credit card processor? Here's how to know and what that means for you.

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Podcaster Jannese Torres Wants to “Level Up Your Dinero”
By Antonio Ferme | April 19, 2024

Our full Q&A with the author of Financially Lit!