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9 Ways to Take the Pain out of Your Bookkeeping
By Micah Fraim | January 08, 2021

Your business's books don't have to be such an annoyance.

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10 Money-Saving Strategies for Small Businesses
By Vector Moranov | January 08, 2021

Knowing how to save money when running a small business is essential if you want to be profitable or expand. Simple choices such as using certain instruments, software apps or automated tasks can...

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3 Tips for Building an Investor-Ready Franchise Business
By Howard Goldstein | January 08, 2021

You can do these things in advance to make your business investment-worthy.

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The Pandemic Recession Calls for a Whole New Collections Playbook
By Sachin Goyal | January 07, 2021

The pandemic has led to an escalating debt crisis, with businesses facing mountains of late or unpaid invoices. You need to be tactful in how you collect late customer payments, however.

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Why Businesses Should Consider a Merchant Cash Advance
By Chad Otar | January 07, 2021

A merchant cash advance can be a valuable tool for small businesses with outstanding invoices.

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What Government Loans Are Available to Entrepreneurs?
By Adam Uzialko | December 31, 2020

The SBA and USDA offer loans to assist entrepreneurs and business owners who need funding.

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Ways to Fund Your Startup Without Losing Equity
By Janet Gershen-Siegel | December 31, 2020

Startup business owners need operating capital, but many options involve giving up ownership in the business. It doesn't have to be this way.

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Everything You Need to Know About QuickBooks POS
By Donna Fuscaldo | December 31, 2020

If you already use QuickBooks for your accounting software, you may be interested in its POS software as well. Here's what you need to know about its desktop POS product.

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The Top Accounting Challenges Small Businesses Face
By Alika Cooper | December 29, 2020

Small business owners face a number of challenges every day, and accounting is a big one.

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Free Payroll Services: How Do They Compare to Paid Services?
By Simone Johnson | December 28, 2020

Free payroll services and apps have a lot to offer, but you need to know what to look for.

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What to Do if You Can't Get a Business Loan
By Chris Porteous | December 23, 2020

There are some key steps you should take if your business needs an influx of cash and you can't get a loan.

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How to Use POS Data Insights
By Donna Fuscaldo | December 16, 2020

POS systems provide a plethora of actionable insights about your products, customers and employees. Here's how to use the data from your POS system to grow your business.

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How POS Systems Improve Inventory Management
By Donna Fuscaldo | December 14, 2020

Here's everything you need to know about POS inventory management.

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When to Consider Using a Factoring Company
By Sean Peek | December 09, 2020

Find yourself in a financial bind? A factoring service might be able to help.

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Cash Register Buying Guide: POS vs. Cash Registers vs. Tablet mPOS
By Mona Bushnell | December 07, 2020

Here's how to choose a cash register or the right POS system for your business.

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How to Choose a Bar POS System
By Skye Schooley | December 04, 2020

Learn what features to look for when choosing the best bar POS system for your business.

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How to Get a Business Loan: Ultimate Guide
By Sean Peek | December 02, 2020

When it comes to securing funding for your business, you have a lot of choices. How do you know which one is right for you? This ultimate guide on how to get a business loan will help you choose.

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Types of Small Business Loans You Can Secure Quickly
By Dock David Treece | December 01, 2020

Sometimes your business needs funding fast. That's when these loans come in handy.

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Types of Small Business Funding and When You Need Them
By Dock David Treece | December 01, 2020

There are many different types of funding for small businesses. Here's a breakdown of some of the most common types and when each is right for your business.

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Complete List of POS Charges and Fees
By Donna Fuscaldo | November 27, 2020

Thanks to a downward trend in pricing and advances in technology, every size business can benefit from a POS. Here's what you can expect to pay.

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8 Essential POS System Features for Your Retail Business
By Donna Fuscaldo | November 19, 2020

If you're looking for a POS system for your retail store, make sure it has these features.

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Understanding Business Credit Lines
By Julie Ritzer Ross | November 12, 2020

Learn what a business credit line is, what type of business credit lines are available and when you should use each option.

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Disaster Loans: How to Qualify for PPP and EIDL Forgiveness
By Mike Savage | November 06, 2020

More than 5 million businesses have received COVID relief funds. It's important to keep loan forgiveness in mind from the moment you receive your funds to avoid unforeseen costs.

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How to Cash in on Your Excess Inventory
By Bennett Conlin | November 04, 2020

If you find yourself with excess inventory, here are six ways you can cash it in.

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The Best Amazon Business Credit Cards
By Donna Fuscaldo | October 30, 2020

There's more to Amazon than free shipping and same-day delivery. It also has a suite of credit cards that reward you for doing business with the e-commerce giant.

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How Credit Card Issuers Approve Credit Card Applicants
By Donna Fuscaldo | October 29, 2020

Business credit cards have a lot of benefits, if you can get approved for one. Here's what credit card companies look for in a borrower.

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Unsecured vs. Secured Business Loans
By Dock David Treece | October 26, 2020

Before you take out a business loan, you need to understand the difference between secured and unsecured loans so you can choose the best option for your business.

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Pad That Bank Account: 6 Strategies for Companies Raising Capital
By Faizan Raza | October 22, 2020

Whether you run a startup or a Fortune 500 company, you need capital to grow. Here are six strategies for raising capital as a small business owner.

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How Business Debt Consolidation Works
By Julie Thompson | October 12, 2020

If you have multiple business debts, you may be considering business debt consolidation to simplify your payments. Here's what you need to know before deciding if it's right for your business.