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The Best Collection Agency Services of 2024
By Donna Fuscaldo | October 17, 2024

Here is our guide to choosing the right debt collection agency for your business needs. We break down our best picks and explain legal considerations, risks, and rewards.

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The Best Accounting Software Services for Restaurants in 2024
By Max Freedman | October 15, 2024

The best restaurant accounting software streamlines stock ordering, expense management, financial reporting, and other key monetary needs and decisions.

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The Best POS Systems for Retail Businesses
By Shayna Waltower | October 15, 2024

Every POS system offers something different from the next. We’ll help you find the best one for your retail business.

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The Best POS Systems for Convenience Stores in 2024
By Tom Anziano | October 15, 2024

See how the top POS systems stack up to decide which one is best for your convenience store.

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The Best Payroll Services for Contractors
By Nicole Fallon | October 15, 2024

Businesses that pay independent contractors face unique payroll challenges. Learn about payroll services with features that make paying contractors easier.

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The Best POS Systems for Grocery Stores
By Max Freedman | October 15, 2024

Grocery stores need to accept EBT payments, scan bar codes and manage inventory. The best grocery store POS systems power all these functions.

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Cheapest Credit Card Processors
By Steven Melendez | October 14, 2024

A review of the most affordable credit card processing options for your small business.

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What Is a Merchant Account, and Do You Really Need One?
By Jennifer Dublino | October 11, 2024

Your business needs a merchant account to accept credit and debit cards in person and online. Learn how merchant accounts work and how to get one.

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TouchBistro Review
By Jamie Johnson | October 03, 2024

TouchBistro is an excellent POS system for restaurants looking for a way to manage their menu, tables, and staff. Learn more about how TouchBistro works.

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Clover POS Review
By Jamie Johnson | October 03, 2024

Clover's POS system includes well-designed hardware, intuitive software and competitive pricing. Learn why Clover is a good POS option for your business.

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Square POS Review and Pricing
By Jamie Johnson | October 03, 2024

Square is the best POS for small businesses thanks to its affordable hardware and software. Learn more about Square’s features and costs and how it works.

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Lightspeed Review
By Jamie Johnson | October 03, 2024

Lightspeed's POS system is designed for retail businesses, restaurants and golf courses. Learn whether Lightspeed is the right choice for your business.

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Epos Now Review and Pricing Plans
By Jamie Johnson | September 06, 2024

Epos Now is an easy-to-use POS system with features for retailers, restaurants and hotels. Learn more about Epos Now's usability, costs and integrations.

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PayPal and Merchant Account Differences
By Dock David Treece | September 05, 2024

PayPal and merchant accounts have some key differences. While PayPal users get an account similar to a merchant account, they also get a lot more.

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Stripe vs. Authorize.net: Credit Card Processing Comparison
By Jamie Johnson | August 15, 2024

This comparison of Stripe and Authorize.net examines the pros and cons of each, and how they stack up against one another in price and features.

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What Is Reputation Insurance?
By Adam Uzialko | August 13, 2024

This guide explains reputation insurance and how it works to protect the value of a business’s brand.

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Stripe vs. PayPal
By Dock David Treece | August 08, 2024

Read our comparison of Stripe and PayPal to see which provider can best help your business accept payments.

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Zelle for Business
By Julie Thompson | July 08, 2024

Zelle allows instant digital payments. Learn about Zelle’s fees, its pros and cons, how to get started, and how it compares to other digital payment methods.

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High-Risk Credit Card Processing and Merchant Accounts
By Julie Thompson | July 01, 2024

Learn all about high-risk credit card processing and merchant accounts, including the pros and cons, and whether your business needs one.

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Melio Accounting Software
By Max Freedman | June 25, 2024

With options to add bills manually, in bulk or automatically via QuickBooks and Xero integrations, Melio’s free ACH bank payment tools streamline accounts payable management.

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Merchant One vs. Square: Comparing Two of Our Top Credit Card Processors
By Mike Berner | June 20, 2024

What's the difference between Merchant One and Square? Read this comprehensive overview to see how these credit card processors compare and contrast

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FreshBooks vs. Xero: Comparing Top Accounting Software Platforms
By Max Freedman | June 20, 2024

FreshBooks and Xero are top accounting software options. We compared their integrations, pricing, invoicing and more to help you choose between the two.

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Merchant One vs. Clover: Credit Card Processing Comparison
By undefined | June 18, 2024

What's the difference between Merchant One and Clover? Read this comprehensive comparison to see how these credit card processors stack up.

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Clover vs. Square: Comparing Two of Our Top Credit Card Processing Picks
By Eduardo Vasconcellos | June 18, 2024

Clover and Square are top credit card processors with various features that appeal to different businesses. Here's how their services and costs compare.

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How to Enter Credit Card Charges in QuickBooks Online
By Natalie Hamingson | June 17, 2024

If your business needs the most accurate and up-to-date financials, entering credit card transactions manually in QuickBooks Online may be the way to go.

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QuickBooks vs. FreshBooks: Comparing Two of Our Top Accounting Software Picks
By Max Freedman | June 13, 2024

QuickBooks and FreshBooks are both known as top-notch accounting software platforms, especially for invoicing features. How else do they compare?

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Clover vs. Toast Comparison
By Shayna Waltower | June 13, 2024

Clover and Toast are versatile POS systems for retailers and restaurants. Learn how their features, pricing, integrations and customer service compare.

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QuickBooks vs. Xero: Comparing Top Accounting Software Platforms
By Max Freedman | June 11, 2024

QuickBooks and Xero are two of the best accounting software platforms around. We compared them to help you decide which software is best for your business.

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Stax vs. Square: Comparing Top Credit Card Processors
By Max Freedman | June 05, 2024

We compared Stax and Square’s credit card processing services to help you decide which might better serve your business.

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FreshBooks vs. QuickBooks Online
By Tom Anziano | June 05, 2024

FreshBooks and QuickBooks are accounting solutions for small businesses. Compare their features and pricing to see which one is best for you.