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Choosing a Factoring Service for Your Business: 2015 Guide
April 24th, 2015
Here is a guide to choosing the right factoring service for your business needs. We explain factoring fees, contracts and what to look for.
Should Your Small Business Accept Mobile Payments?
February 2nd, 2015
With advancements in mobile payment technology, small businesses are wondering whether they need to jump on the mobile bandwagon. Here's what you need to know.
9 Tips For Improving Your Bookkeeping in the New Year
January 5th, 2015
Simple steps you can take to simplify the record keeping process.
Wave Review: Best Free Accounting Software for Businesses
December 8th, 2014
Wave is a free, cloud-based accounting software that is viable for freelancers and businesses with fewer than 10 employees. Read our full review.
Zoho Books Review: Best Micro-Business Accounting Software
December 5th, 2014
Zoho Books is the best accounting software for freelancers, sole-proprietors, consultants, artists and home-businesses. Read our full review.
Crowdfunding Goes Mainstream: Trends and Tips for 2015
November 25th, 2014
Crowdfunding is becoming an increasingly popular way to raise capital for startups. If you're fundraising in the New Year, keep an eye out for these three trends.
Why Your Business Credit Score Matters (and How to Improve It)
September 25th, 2014
Think your business's credit score doesn't matter? Think again. Here's what might be affecting your score — and how you can improve it.
Need a Factoring Service? 15 Companies to Consider
August 12th, 2014
Considering selling your accounts receivable for a cash advance? These factoring companies are a good place to start.
Need an Alternative Lender? 3 Things to Consider
July 22nd, 2014
Alternative lenders are becoming a popular financing choice for aspiring small business owners. Here's what you need to know about choosing a lender that's right for you.
5 Tricks to Lower Credit Card Processing Fees
July 14th, 2014
How to cut credit card processing fees as a small business.
Crowdfunding Challenges Most Startups Don't Expect
July 1st, 2014
Crowdfunding can be a fast, effective way to raise startup cash, but it's not always as easy as it sounds. Here are four crowdfunding challenges you may not have expected to face.
5 Things You Should Know About Revenue-Based Financing
June 26th, 2014
Need capital for your small business but can't get a bank loan? Here's what you need to know about revenue-based financing.
Regulation A+: What It Means for Crowdfunding
April 15th, 2015
This summer, the SEC's recently finalized rules to help smaller companies access capital will go into effect. Here's what potential crowdfunders need to know.
Small Business Taxes 2015: Everything You Need to Know
January 29th, 2015
Small business tax experts tell us how business owners should be preparing for tax season.
Retirement Plan Options for Small Business Owners
December 16th, 2014
Want to start a retirement plan, or offer retirement benefits to your employees? This guide can help you choose the right one for your business.
Quickbooks Online Review: Best Small Business Accounting Software
December 8th, 2014
Quickbooks Online is our favorite accounting software for small businesses because it can grow with your business. Read our full review here.
Best Accounting Software for Small Business 2015
December 5th, 2014
Here are the best accounting software solutions for small businesses, including options for freelancers and businesses that are on the go.
You've Been Funded! Now What?
October 23rd, 2014
When your successful crowdfunding campaign ends, you still have to maintain relationships with the people who got you there. Here's how to keep on good terms with your investors.
10 Tips for Getting a Small Business Loan
September 22nd, 2014
Visa Small Business and America's Small Business Development Centers offer small business owners 10 tips to help guide them through the process of obtaining funding.
Smallest Startups Rely On Personal Funding Sources
July 30th, 2014
More than 60 percent of new microbusiness owners rely on non-retirement, personal savings as the lead source of funding for their businesses.
Managing Cash Flow: 4 Tips for Small Businesses
July 17th, 2014
These four tips will help making managing your business's cash flow much easier.
ROBS 101: Your Guide to Rollovers as Business Start-Ups
July 3rd, 2014
With ROBS, you're investing in your own business, and your 401(k) becomes a shareholder in your business.
4 Things Investors Really Want to Know
June 30th, 2014
If investors are going to fund your business, they need to believe in it first. Here are four key things to keep in mind when trying to get an investor on board.
5 Ways to Win Over Startup Investors
June 24th, 2014
While the idea is critical, investors take much more into consideration when deciding whether or not to hand over some of their cash to a budding entrepreneur.
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Trading Stocks Online: A Guide for Beginners
March 19th, 2015
Trading stocks online can be lucrative if you learn the basics of the stock market and make smart investments.
Is Your Small Business Wasting Money on Security?
January 15th, 2015
Smaller businesses tend to spend more per user on security software than larger organizations, but are they getting the full value out of their investments?
FreshBooks Review: Best Accounting Mobile App for Business
December 8th, 2014
FreshBooks’ accounting mobile app is better than the competition because of its usability, features and customer service. Read our full review.
Choosing the Right Accounting Software: 2015 Buyer's Guide
December 8th, 2014
Here is a guide to choosing the right accounting software for your business needs. We explain key features, pricing and answer common questions.
4 Year-End Payroll Mistakes to Avoid
November 26th, 2014
If you're doing your own small business payroll, avoid these four common end-of-year mistakes.
Shark Tank Survival: 20 Investment Tips for Entrepreneurs
September 26th, 2014
Looking for an investment? These tips should help you survive the shark tank.
People Are Still Key to Small Business Loan Success
September 3rd, 2014
According to a new study, in-person interaction is still important to the loan process, even with online alternatives available.
Is Now the Best Time for a Business Loan?
July 22nd, 2014
Increased economic confidence among bankers and entrepreneurs may be making business loans easier to obtain for everyone.
Negotiating Your Way to Lower Credit Card Processing Fees
July 14th, 2014
Want the lowest credit card processing fees? Here's how to negotiate with vendors.
Small Business Grants: What First-Time Applicants Need to Know
July 2nd, 2014
If you need financial assistance for your business, one option you have is to apply for a grant. Here's what first-time applicants should know about the process.
Too Soon for Taxes? 6 Prep Steps to Take Now
June 27th, 2014
Here are six midyear tax checkup tips to help small business owners exercise greater control over their tax filings and avoid common — and costly — mistakes.
Should I Do Payroll Myself or Use a Payroll Service?
June 19th, 2014
Consider the pros and cons before deciding whether to do it yourself.