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Gross Pay vs. Net Pay
By Julie Thompson | January 24, 2024

Gross pay is what employees earn before taxes, benefits and payroll deductions are withheld. The remaining amount is net pay. Learn how to calculate each.

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How to Calculate Gross Wages
By Sally Herigstad | January 24, 2024

Calculating gross wages is the first step to compensating employees properly and keeping accurate payroll records. Learn about the process with this guide.

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How to Calculate and Pay the SUTA Tax
By Adam Uzialko | January 23, 2024

The State Unemployment Tax Act is a tax that states use to fund unemployment benefits. Determine your SUTA rate and employer obligations for paying SUTA.

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How to Set Up Direct Deposit
By Max Freedman | January 22, 2024

Direct deposit paychecks are so common that employees often expect them. Here’s how to set up direct deposit for your business.

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Should You Borrow From Your 401(k)?
By Joyce Walsack | January 22, 2024

This guide explains how to borrow from your 401(k) and the key things to consider when doing so.

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5 Tricks to Lower Your Credit Card Processing Fees
By Julianna Lopez | January 19, 2024

Credit card processing fees are necessary when your business accepts credit and debit cards. Learn about these costs and 5 ways to reduce processing fees.

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iPhone Credit Card Processing: What You Need to Know
By Adam Uzialko | January 19, 2024

Small businesses often use iPhones for credit card processing. Learn how to use your iPhone as a POS device and the best credit card processors for iPhone.

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How to Send PayPal Invoices
By Adam Uzialko | January 18, 2024

See our step-by-step guide for using PayPal to bill customers, and find out the cost for invoicing through the payment platform.

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SBA Loan Deferments: What They Are and How to Qualify
By Donna Fuscaldo | January 18, 2024

When circumstances entirely out of your control make SBA loan payments difficult, you may qualify for a payment pause known as a deferment.

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How Stagnant Real Wages Hurt Small Businesses
By Casey Conway | January 17, 2024

Find out how wage issues combined with inflation can hurt both existing businesses and would-be entrepreneurs.

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How Your Business Can Accept Apple Pay
By Sean Peek | January 17, 2024

Apple Pay is a convenient, secure and contactless mobile payment method. Learn how Apple Pay works and how to accept Apple Pay in your business.

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What Is EBITDA?
By Simone Johnson | January 17, 2024

EBITDA is a way to measure your company's financial health. Learn how to use this analysis tool.

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How to Build Business Credit
By Matt D’Angelo | January 17, 2024

Good business credit helps your company grow faster. Learn how to build and maintain solid business credit.

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What Is a Pay Card?
By Sammi Caramela | January 16, 2024

If you're considering offering pay cards as an option for your workers, you'll want to do your research.

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Minimum Wage by State
By Max Freedman | January 16, 2024

You must pay your employees the greater of your state's hourly minimum wage or the federal minimum wage. Learn more about minimum wage laws.

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What Are Accounting Reports?
By Dock David Treece | January 16, 2024

Accounting reports are statements that show the financial health of a business.

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Filing for Bankruptcy: Information, Benefits and Disadvantages
By Chad Brooks | January 16, 2024

Bankruptcy helps people and businesses get a fresh start financially. Learn what filing for bankruptcy entails, as well as its benefits and disadvantages.

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What to Look for in Your Credit Card Processing Service Agreement
By Chad Brooks | January 16, 2024

Before you sign a contract with a credit card processor, you need to know what fees and terms you're agreeing to. Here's what you need to watch out for.

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Payroll Reporting: What to Include
By Julie Thompson | January 16, 2024

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

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Small Business Valuation: How to Determine Your Business’s Worth
By Bennett Conlin | January 13, 2024

Accurately gauging your business's value isn't an exact science. Learn valuation methods, how to calculate your business's value and why it's important.

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How to Pay Yourself With an Owner’s Draw
By Julie Thompson | January 12, 2024

This guide explains how business owners can pay themselves with a payroll tactic known as an "owner's draw."

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Is On-Demand Payment the New Payroll?
By Chad Brooks | January 12, 2024

This guide to on-demand payroll explains the trend and analyzes whether it may be the right choice for your employees and business.

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What Is Depreciation in Business?
By Kiely Kuligowski | January 11, 2024

Depreciation can affect the value of your assets and your taxes – often for several years. Learn how depreciation works and how to track it.

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How to Choose a Business Debt Consolidation Loan
By Donna Fuscaldo | January 11, 2024

Learn how business debt consolidation works and how to choose the best debt consolidation loan for your business.

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Sales Tax for E-commerce: What Small Businesses Need to Know
By Bennett Conlin | January 09, 2024

Sales tax gets complex if you sell to customers in other states. Learn how to manage your e-commerce sales tax obligations and comply with state tax laws.

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How to Accept Mobile Credit Card Payments
By Bennett Conlin | January 08, 2024

Accepting mobile credit card payments allows your business to make sales anywhere, anytime. Find out how mobile credit card readers work.

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How to Run Payroll for a Nonprofit Organization
By Hannah Tayson | January 08, 2024

There are unique payroll challenges for a not-for-profit organization, such as a 501(c)(3). Here are some tips on running payroll for a nonprofit.

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How to Set Up a POS System
By Adam Uzialko | January 06, 2024

POS systems are necessary for any business that sells products. Here is everything you need to know about POS installation.

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Small Business Guide to Charitable Giving and Tax Deductions
By Bennett Conlin | January 05, 2024

Making charitable contributions through your business helps others and may also provide unique benefits. Learn how charitable giving affects your business.

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Private Funding Sources for Small Businesses
By Siri Hedreen | January 05, 2024

Private funding sources can offer much-needed investment capital to any small business's balance sheet. Here's what they are and how to secure funding.