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Accounts Payable: A Crucial Guide for Your Business
By Leslie Pankowski | October 24, 2023

Accounts payable are bills a company must pay. Learn about the accounts payable process and how to handle this crucial component of your business finances.

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Small Business Taxes: What to Expect in 2024
By Sally Herigstad | October 24, 2023

This article includes the most up-to-date tax rules small business owners need to know for the current year.

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5 Tax Changes Small Business Owners Need to Prepare For
By Sally Herigstad | October 24, 2023

Tax changes for the 2024 tax year may affect you and your business. Learn about key tax issues and tips for getting ready for tax season.

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8 Tax Season Preparation Steps
By Sally Herigstad | October 24, 2023

April 15 approaches quickly, and many day-to-day decisions significantly impact your tax obligation. Follow these eight steps to stay on top of taxes.

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Using Revenue-Based Financing to Grow Your Business
By Sandra Mardenfeld | October 24, 2023

Revenue-based financing can help businesses find capital without incurring interest or losing equity. Learn the pros and cons of revenue-based financing.

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What Small Businesses Should Know About Cryptocurrency
By Adam Uzialko | October 24, 2023

Cryptocurrency can lower transaction fees but introduce security concerns. Learn the benefits and risks of accepting cryptocurrency at your small business.

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How to File a Tax Extension for Your Small Business
By Sally Herigstad | October 24, 2023

Filing for a business tax extension can buy you additional time when you're not prepared to file taxes. Here's how to file an extension for your business.

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Small Business Tax Tips
By Sally Herigstad | October 23, 2023

This guide covers some of the biggest mistakes that businesses make when filing taxes, what deductions shouldn’t be overlooked and how small business owners can get tax season right.

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10 Tax Solutions for Small Businesses
By Sally Herigstad | October 23, 2023

Tax apps, business tax software and other tools can help small business owners stay on top of tax obligations. Discover 10 small business tax solutions.

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10 Simple Ways to Cut Business Expenses
By Matt D’Angelo | October 23, 2023

Just about every business has some expenses it can cut.Learn where you can eliminate costs and help your cash flow.

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Top 6 Best QuickBooks Alternatives: A Complete Guide
By Vishal Sanjay | October 23, 2023

This article offers the best alternatives to QuickBooks for small business accounting software.

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What Are Intangible Assets?
By Simone Johnson | October 23, 2023

This guide defines intangible assets and explains why they're important to a small business.

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GAAP: Standards and Rules for Accountants
By Adam Uzialko | October 23, 2023

This guide explains generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and how they apply to businesses.

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How a Government Shutdown Hurts Small Businesses
By Adam Uzialko | October 23, 2023

A government shutdown can have negative impacts on small businesses — such as lost profits or delayed loans. Learn how your company can prepare for one.

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What Is ROI (Return on Investment)?
By Isaiah Atkins | October 23, 2023

Here's everything you should know about return on investment and how to use it to ensure your business spending is increasing your earnings.

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Microfinance: What Is It, and Why Does It Matter?
By Matt D’Angelo | October 23, 2023

Microfinancing is the process of giving small loans to business owners without access to traditional financial products. Learn how microfinancing works.

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Crazy Tax Deductions That Are Actually Legal
By Matt D’Angelo | October 23, 2023

These tax deductions might seem made up, but the IRS allows them. See if you qualify for any of these strange but legal deductions.

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Should the U.S. Eliminate the Penny?
By Ned Smith | October 23, 2023

Is it time for the U.S. to remove the penny from circulation? Learn why some experts think the one-cent copper coin isn't worth the trouble of manufacturing.

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GDP: The Total Value of Goods and Services of a Nation
By Siri Hedreen | October 23, 2023

GDP is the value of all goods and services produced in a country – and one of the most closely watched economic indicators. Learn how to calculate GDP.

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What Is Stagflation? Inflation Plus Stagnation
By Ross Mudrick | October 23, 2023

Stagflation is a mix of increasing prices and limited economic growth, and governments can do little about it. Here's what small businesses should know.

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What Is Fiscal Policy?
By Kiely Kuligowski | October 23, 2023

Find out what fiscal policy is and how it affects the economy – and your business – through investment opportunities, tax changes and unemployment rates.

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What is NASDAQ?
By Dock David Treece | October 23, 2023

Learn all about NASDAQ, the world's second-largest, tech-heavy stock exchange.

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Understanding Small Business R&D Tax Credits
By Katharine Paljug | October 23, 2023

Learn how small businesses can get tax benefits with research and development credits.

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What Is Economics?
By Erica Sandberg | October 23, 2023

Understanding economic principles helps entrepreneurs see the big picture. Learn about the economic branches and applications, including the stock market.

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Do You Need a Small Business Credit Card?
By Bennett Conlin | October 23, 2023

Small business credit cards can help with short-term debts.

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What Is A Profit And Loss Statement?
By Adam Uzialko | October 23, 2023

Learn the importance of accurate P&L statement reporting and how it may keep your business on the right track and sound financial footing.

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How to Run Payroll in QuickBooks
By Trish Petak | October 23, 2023

This easy, step-by-step guide will show you how to run payroll in QuickBooks, featuring in-depth instructions and images.

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How to Set Up QuickBooks Payroll Direct Deposit
By Trish Petak | October 23, 2023

Learn how to set up direct deposit in QuickBooks Payroll.

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How to Create QuickBooks Payroll Reports
By Trish Petak | October 23, 2023

This guide explains how to create QuickBooks payroll reports and how these payroll reports can help your business.

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How to Handle Merchant Fees With QuickBooks
By Vishal Sanjay | October 23, 2023

If your business uses PayPal or another payment processor, you'll be charged a merchant fee. QuickBooks can help you manage and record those fees.