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Credit Card Machines: Answers to Frequently Asked Questions
By Jennifer Dublino | February 17, 2026

Accepting credit cards for your small business starts with the right credit card machine. Countertop, mobile and virtual options make for flexibility.

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6 Confusing Things About Accepting Credit Cards
By Marci Martin | February 17, 2026

Remove the confusion around accepting credit cards at your small business and learn what to look out for in a credit card processing company.

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Credit Card Processing Fees Explained
By Julie Thompson | February 17, 2026

Learn which fees come with accepting credit cards as a form of payment, as well as how your business can reduce those processing costs.

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Payment Gateways vs. Payment Processors
By Max Freedman | February 17, 2026

Learn all about the distinction between a payment gateway and a payment processor and which types of business need which type of infrastructure.

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5 Tricks to Lower Your Credit Card Processing Fees
By Julianna Lopez | February 17, 2026

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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Small Business Credit Card Processing: What You Need to Know
By Elizabeth Crumbly | February 17, 2026

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

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How to Conduct a Market Analysis for Your Business
By Max Freedman | February 17, 2026

A market analysis can take time and effort, but it's easy to do on your own in just seven steps.

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10 Tips for Managing Small Business Finances
By Max Freedman | February 17, 2026

Education and organization are two keys to ensuring your business is financially healthy.

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Accounting Checklist: Tasks to Do Daily, Weekly and Monthly
By Vishal Sanjay | February 17, 2026

Use this handy checklist to divide your company's accounting into daily, weekly and monthly tasks.

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The Do’s and Don’ts of Sending Someone to Collections
By Max Freedman | February 17, 2026

This guide explains when you should send an account to collections and how you should handle the process.

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How to Fill Out a DOT Logbook
By Matt D’Angelo | February 17, 2026

The DOT log book is a federal document used to track when a driver is on and off duty. Learn how to use electronic logging devices with driver logs.

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Mileage Reimbursement: What You Need to Know
By Adam Uzialko | February 17, 2026

Here's what you need to know about mileage reimbursement to ensure you fulfill your legal obligations as an employer.

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What Is a Decision Matrix? Definition and Examples
By Sean Peek | February 17, 2026

This guide explains decision matrices, how they work and how you can apply them to running your business.

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POS Inventory Management
By Jennifer Dublino | February 17, 2026

Inventory management means having the right amount of product to meet demand. Learn how POS systems can help you with inventory management.

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13 Ways to Grow Your Business Quickly
By Sean Peek | February 17, 2026

This guide offers tips to quickly grow your business and thus improve your ability to generate leads and make sales.

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How to Choose the Best Legal Structure for Your Business
By Joshua Stowers | February 17, 2026

When starting a business, you need to set up the proper legal structure. Learn about your options and how to choose a structure.

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Struggling for Cash Flow? Strategies for Survival
By Skye Schooley | February 17, 2026

Cash flow is critically important to a small business’s survival and success. These cash flow strategies can help you ensure your business has the cash on hand it needs to grow and succeed.

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11 Things to Do Before Starting a Business
By Stella Morrison | February 17, 2026

Before jumping right into launching a new business, spend time getting everything prepared. Here are the steps to take.

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What Is a PEST Analysis?
By Mark Fairlie | February 09, 2026

Use a PEST analysis to see the bigger picture when making decisions for your business.

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How Porter’s Five Forces Can Help Small Businesses Analyze the Competition
By Marci Martin | February 09, 2026

Porter's Five Forces model looks at five factors that determine how profitable a business may be compared with other businesses in the industry.

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Online Business Ideas You Can Start Tomorrow
By Sammi Caramela | February 09, 2026

Starting an online business offers unique opportunities for entrepreneurs to launch digital startups. Learn 50 online business ideas you can start quickly.

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22 Green Business Ideas for Eco-Minded Entrepreneurs
By Max Freedman | February 09, 2026

Corporate social responsibility is prioritized now more than ever. Learn about ideas for businesses that provide eco-friendly products and services.

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25 Best Low-Cost Business Ideas
By Sean Peek | February 09, 2026

For those dreaming big on a small budget, here are a few low-cost businesses to inspire that entrepreneurial passion.

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What Is a SWOT Analysis? (And When to Use It)
By Skye Schooley | February 09, 2026

Learn how to use a SWOT (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, threats) analysis to make smarter business decisions.

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What Is a Vision Statement? Examples of How to Write One
By Sean Peek | February 09, 2026

Follow these tips, steps and examples to construct a meaningful vision statement.

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How to Start a Business: A Step-by-Step Guide
By Joshua Stowers | February 09, 2026

If you’re starting a new small business, find out where to begin and how to achieve success.

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35 Great Business Ideas for Motivated Entrepreneurs
By Tejas Vemparala | February 09, 2026

This list of great business ideas offers inspiration to entrepreneurs looking for their next big business idea.

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How Social Media Screenings Affect Hiring Decisions
By David Cotriss | January 26, 2026

Social media screenings are more popular than ever with hiring managers, so job seekers should be aware of what they’re posting online and how it could affect their prospects of being hired.

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Should You Hire a Collection Agency?
By Dawn Kuczwara | January 14, 2026

Hiring a collection agency is a big decision, but sometimes it’s a necessary step to be paid what you’re owed. This guide explains what to expect.

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Lost in Translation: 13 International Marketing Fails
By Skye Schooley | January 05, 2026

Read about 13 companies that made international marketing mistakes when taking their business global – and learn how to avoid making the same mistakes.