Finances

Finding the right merchant account provider for your seasonal business can help you lower maintenance costs and avoid extra fees.

Check out the answers to these frequently asked questions about self-employed 401(k) plans.

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

It is especially important that entrepreneurs save for their retirement because there are no company-sponsored 401(k)s to take advantage of.

You can't neglect financial health in the crucial early stages of building a business. Here are seven financial management tips for startups.

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.

Learn the basics of credit card processing, including fees, transaction types, and pros and cons.

Some companies have made the decision to go cashless. Is this the beginning of a cashless society, or will the dollar always be the staple it is today?

As cash payments decline and contactless payments grow, not accepting credit cards could hurt your business. Learn why your business should accept cards.

Follow these tips to get a better deal with your credit card processor.

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

Find out how small businesses are – and aren't – getting ready for the next economic recession.

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.

Charitable giving demonstrates that you give back to the community and are in business for more than profit.

As minimum wages rise and big businesses offer employees more money, how can small businesses compete?

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

Follow these tips to prepare your small business taxes before the New Year.

Learn how you can use Kabbage Payments to accept invoice payments online and request them through a custom pay link.

Medical billing is complicated, but these tips from healthcare pros can help.

Freelancers are responsible for figuring out their own tax obligations and when to pay. Learn how to pay taxes as a freelancer.

Filing your taxes can be tricky when you're self-employed. This handy guide can make things easier.

A major factor in tax season is your state's tax code. Where does your state fall on this list of the best and worst states for small business taxes?

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

Business owners may consider hiring an accountant or bookkeeper. Learn the difference and how to choose the right financial help for your company.

Venmo can be a secure way to simplify online transactions for you and your customers. Find out how Venmo works and how to set it up in our guide and FAQs.

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.

This guide introduces the concept of accounting standards and explains why they are important to businesses trying to better manage their finances.

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

While the chances of an IRS audit are small, most tax audits involve small and medium-sized businesses. Here’s what you need to know.

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