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Tax Red Flags: Four Easy Ways to Guarantee a Business Audit
By Deborah Sweeney | April 12, 2016

Audits are a pain, but if you know what triggers them, and how to keep the right records to fight them, they are much more manageable.

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Payments Suck: Breaking Down the Current Landscape of Payment Processing
By Peter Daisyme | March 25, 2016

Mobile payments present a world of opportunities, yet despite the possibilities, the payment industry has yet to catch-up. Learn more.

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5 Surprisingly Cheap Forms of Small Business Financing
By Marc Prosser | March 21, 2016

Looking for small business financing options that won't break the bank? These five inexpensive options might be work a look.

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Hey Money Maker: 5 Trading Tools Finance Junkies Can't Get Enough Of
By Christopher Jan Benitez | March 03, 2016

If you are serious about investing in stocks, then you need these trading tools. Get ready to make some serious money.

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Cashing In: The Top 25 Cities to Launch a Finance Business
By John Rampton | February 29, 2016

Whether you’re an accountant, financial advisor, or entrepreneur in FinTech, starting your own finance business in these cities is best.

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Checks and Balances: What Should You Look for in a Business Bank Account?
By Brett Chatz | February 12, 2016

Not every business bank account is created equal. There are certain benefits to look for before you accept just any business bank account.

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Before You Sign: Can A Business Loan Help You Buy Out a Partner?
By Meredith Wood | February 02, 2016

If you're looking to buy an existing business or buy out a partner in your current business, you’ve got a bit of a challenge ahead.

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White Collar Criminals: The Most Famous Tax Frauds in History
By business.com editorial staff | February 02, 2016

These long fabled tales should serve as a cautionary lesson before tax season. Learn how to avoid making the same mistakes they did.

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Finance First: How the Financial Industry Goes Paperless and Stays Compliant
By Matt Peterson | January 26, 2016

Implementing document management software is not yet a legal necessity, but that could change during fiscal 2016. Learn more.

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The Big Future of Micropayments: What You Need to Know
By business.com editorial staff | January 11, 2016

News App Blendle Changes the Game With Per-Article Payment

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How FinTech Is Changing Business (and Bank Accounts)
By Ryne Landers | January 07, 2016

Bringing some Mountain View innovation to Wall Street's cloistered enclave

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13 Genius Tax Write-Offs You Need to Take Advantage Of
By Scott Gerber | January 04, 2016

Here are 13 tax write-offs that could save your business thousands of dollars. Bookmark it now!

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Relationships Matter: Seeing Customers as Shareholders and Ambassadors
By Oscar Jofre | December 10, 2015

By spending money with you, customers become investors. Here's why customers are your best shareholders and your biggest advocates.

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The SBSS Score Explained: What It Is & Why It Matters When Applying for a Loan
By Business.com for LoanMe | November 30, 2015

Business credit is just as important as personal credit. Here's what you need to know about the SBSS score—and why it matters to loans.

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Trim the Fat: 3 Easy Ways To Cut Office Expenses
By AJ Agrawal | November 13, 2015

Have you found yourself a little over budget for the year? Make these simple changes in your office to save some cash.

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Will Work for Funding: 7 Ways to Finance Your First Small Business
By Anna Johansson | October 14, 2015

When it comes to financing your new business, today's options are virtually limitless. But which one is right for you?

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8 Steps to Getting $8,000 Out of Your Free Yelp Listing
By Brian Sutter | October 07, 2015

Yelp has the power to change your business—for better or worse. Here are 8 creative ways to get more revenue out the platform.

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What Are the Best Options for Financing a Franchise?
By Meredith Wood | September 28, 2015

So you want to invest in a franchise—great choice! Reference this list of top franchise financing choices when you're ready to get started.

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What Should New Business Owners Expect When Requesting a Bank Loan?
By Deborah Sweeney | September 04, 2015

Asking for a small business loan is a complicated, trying process. But if you prepare, you can begin stacking the odds in your favor.