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The Best HR Outsourcing Companies of 2024
By Kaylyn McKenna | April 18, 2024

This guide offers tips on how to choose an HR outsourcing company, as well as our best picks for the best HR outsourcing companies of 2024.

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The Best Employee Retirement Plans for Small Businesses 2024
By Max Freedman | April 18, 2024

An employee retirement plan is an employer-sponsored benefit that helps workers save and invest a portion of their salaries, allowing the money to grow until they retire.

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The Best Employee Monitoring Software for 2024
By Skye Schooley | April 18, 2024

We take a deep dive into the best employee monitoring software packages on the market in 2024, considering the best use cases for each.

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Best Document Management Software and Systems of 2024
By Nicole Fallon | April 18, 2024

Document management software is an increasingly critical part of any business in the digital era. Instead of rows of filing cabinets, document management systems create an electronic archive that any...

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Best CRM for Law Firms
By Mark Fairlie | April 18, 2024

CRMs can help law firms stay on top of case management, run marketing campaigns and more. Find out which CRM is best for different types of law firms.

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Best Credit Card Processing Companies of 2024
By Elsier Otachi | April 18, 2024

This page includes the best credit card processors of 2024 and a buyer’s guide that can help you choose the right service for your small business.

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The Best Collection Agency Services of 2024
By Donna Fuscaldo | April 18, 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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Best Contact Center Software
By Neil Cumins | April 18, 2024

If you're wondering how to choose the best call center service for your business, look no further. This guide includes our best picks for call center services and all the information you need to...

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Best Business Loans for 2024
By Max Freedman | April 18, 2024

Here are the best business loans and financing options available to small businesses. We highlight the best lenders for SBA loans, conventional loans, as well as the best alternative lenders.

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The 9 Best POS Systems for Small Businesses: Our Top Picks for 2024
By Jamie Johnson | April 18, 2024

The right POS system allows businesses to accept payments, manage inventory and improve the guest experience. Here are the best POS systems for 2024.

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6 Gusto Payroll Alternatives
By Max Freedman | April 17, 2024

Gusto's combined payroll and HR services are popular, but it isn't right for every business. Consider these Gusto payroll alternatives instead.

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The Biometric Time and Attendance System Laws You Should Know
By Chad Brooks | April 17, 2024

Biometric time and attendance systems use fingerprint, facial, palm or iris scans. Learn the laws you must follow to use them for your employees.

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Xero Accounting Software Review and Pricing Plans
By Max Freedman | April 16, 2024

Based on our accounting software research, Xero is the best platform for tracking and paying bills. Read our review to learn why.

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Loan FAQs: Common Questions About Getting Business Loans
By Adam Uzialko | April 16, 2024

Business News Daily spoke with finance experts to answer these nine FAQs about small business loans.

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Wave Financial Review
By Simone Johnson | April 16, 2024

Wave is free, cloud-based accounting software that is viable for freelancers and businesses with fewer than 10 employees.

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Neat Review
By Max Freedman | April 16, 2024

Neat offers numerous ways to upload and organize accounts payable documents, plus its reports are highly customizable, filterable, clean and legible.

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Plooto Review
By Max Freedman | April 16, 2024

Plooto is our top accounting software pick for automating accounts payable. Read our review to learn why it’s a great supplement to Xero and QuickBooks.

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Understanding Gross vs. Net Revenue
By Dock David Treece | April 16, 2024

Learn the difference between gross and net revenue, which are both important metrics for businesses to track.

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The Best POS Systems for Coffee Shops in 2024
By Tom Anziano | April 16, 2024

Find out which POS system will help turn your coffee shop into a local hotspot.

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Best Phone Systems for Medical Offices
By Jeff Hale | April 16, 2024

RingCentral, Nextiva, 8x8, Zoom and Vonage are excellent phone systems for medical offices. Discover the best cloud-based phone system for your patients and staff.

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The Best POS Systems for Restaurants in 2024
By Max Freedman | April 16, 2024

Some POS systems are better cut out for restaurants than others. These are our top POS picks for restaurants.

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How to Use a CRM for Lead Management
By Max Freedman | April 15, 2024

CRM software offers numerous benefits for your lead management process. Learn about the main ones and how to get them.

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What Is Predatory Lending?
By Matt D’Angelo | April 15, 2024

Predatory lending practices include loan flipping, hidden fees and balloon payments. Fortunately, there are laws that protect borrowers.

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Payroll Reporting: What to Include
By Julie Thompson | April 15, 2024

Learn what information to include in a payroll report, both to ensure legal compliance and to improve financial management.

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Preventing Network Security Threats and Vulnerabilities
By Adam Uzialko | April 15, 2024

Working through security threats can help you protect your small business and its customers.

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What Should Your Profit Margins Be?
By Natalie Hamingson | April 15, 2024

Learn why profit margins are important to your business and how to maximize them.

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How to Buy a Secure Business Laptop
By Neil Cumins | April 15, 2024

Learn how to buy a secure business laptop – and some key features to protect both the laptop and its contents.

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Emotional Intelligence Skills: How to Spot Them in Hiring
By Chad Brooks | April 15, 2024

Research says that emotional intelligence is more important than IQ and technical skills. Learn how to focus on EQ in the hiring process.

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DIY PR: 11 Public Relations Solutions for Small Businesses
By Max Freedman | April 12, 2024

Good public relations can complement your business's marketing and advertising efforts. Learn how to do your own PR.

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Artificial Insurance? How Machine Learning Is Transforming Underwriting
By Adam Uzialko | April 12, 2024

Artificial intelligence is making the insurance industry smarter and faster. Here's how machine learning is changing the underwriting process.