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Gusto HR Software Review
By Kaylyn McKenna | July 24, 2026
Gusto's strong focus on easy-to-use payroll services and benefits for small businesses and their employees makes it stand out in a crowd of all-in-one HR software platforms, earning our best pick for...
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The Best HR Software for Restaurants in 2026
By Casey Conway | July 24, 2026
Leading restaurant HR software like BambooHr and Rippling offer scheduling, time tracking, and labor compliance tools tailored for the food service industry.
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Article
PayPal and Merchant Account Differences
By Dock David Treece | July 24, 2026
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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Article
Top 6 Best QuickBooks Alternatives: A Complete Guide
By Vishal Sanjay | July 24, 2026
This article offers the best alternatives to QuickBooks for small business accounting software.
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What Businesses Need to Know About Venmo
By Mona Bushnell | July 24, 2026
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.
Article
6 Credit Card Processing Scams to Avoid
By Leslie Pankowski | July 24, 2026
Many small businesses fall victim to credit card processing scams. Learn about common credit card processing scams and how to find a credit card processor.
Article
What Are NFC Mobile Payments?
By Dock David Treece | July 24, 2026
NFC mobile payments help businesses process payments quickly and easily. Learn more about this technology and how it can help your business.
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The Best Credit Card Processing Companies for Restaurants
By Tom Anziano | July 24, 2026
Square, Toast, and Clover offer credit card processing solutions for restaurants with features like integrated POS, tip tracking, and contactless payments.
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The Best Accounting Software Services for Restaurants in 2026
By Max Freedman | July 24, 2026
QuickBooks Online and Xero offer restaurant-specific accounting features like inventory tracking, payroll integration and sales tax management for eateries.
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How to Accept ACH Payments
By Dock David Treece | July 24, 2026
Learn how to accept overnight payments electronically and offer this added benefit to your customers.
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What to Look For in Your Credit Card Processing Service Agreement
By Chad Brooks | July 24, 2026
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.
Article
QuickBooks POS Integration
By Jennifer Dublino | July 24, 2026
If you use QuickBooks accounting and a POS system in your business, QuickBooks integration will save you time. Find a POS system to sync with QuickBooks. 
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Article
What Is C2B?
By Marisa Sanfilippo | July 24, 2026
C2B businesses aim to generate value from their customer base, such as by crowdsourcing ideas or soliciting customer feedback. Learn how a C2B model works.
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Article
Merchant One vs. Square: Comparing Two of Our Top Credit Card Processors
By Mike Berner | July 24, 2026
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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Credit Card Processing Fees Explained
By Julie Thompson | July 24, 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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Still Not Accepting EMV Chip Cards? Why You Need to Switch
By Paula Fernandes | July 21, 2026
EMV chip cards help prevent fraud and allow customers to pay easily. Learn why you might want to accept this form of in-person card payment.
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What Are Interchange Fees?
By Dock David Treece | July 21, 2026
Interchange fees are costs you pay for processing credit card transactions. See how these fees may impact your small business.
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How to Design an IVR Phone System That Doesn’t Annoy Your Customers
By Max Freedman | July 21, 2026
Learn how to design an intuitive interactive voice response (IVR) system and find recommendations for business phone systems and services that offer IVR
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What to Look for in a Bank Account for Your Small Business
By Sammi Caramela | July 21, 2026
Your business bank should provide checking, credit cards and functions like payroll and fraud insurance. Learn about the services your bank should offer.
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High-Risk Credit Card Processing and Merchant Accounts
By Julie Thompson | July 21, 2026
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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13 Businesses You Can Start Up Quickly
By Ross Mudrick | July 21, 2026
If you have a talent or service that others want, you could quickly set up a new business. Learn startup ideas, legal considerations and marketing tips.
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5 Important Things to Know Before Accepting Online Credit Card
By Adam Uzialko | July 21, 2026
Accepting online credit card payments can boost sales and convenience, but businesses must understand the risks. Learn tips for taking credit cards online.
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What Is IVR? A Buying Guide for Business Owners
By Mona Bushnell | July 20, 2026
Find out if using IVR is right for your business with this IVR buying guide.
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Review
Epos Now Review and Pricing Plans
By Jamie Johnson | July 20, 2026
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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Review
Toast Review
By Jamie Johnson | July 20, 2026
Toast works equally well for a small restaurant that's just getting started and a large chain looking to service multiple sites. It has also done a great job of pivoting in the midst of the pandemic,...
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Review
Clover Credit Card Processing Review
By Elsier Otachi | July 20, 2026
Clover is an advanced POS system for businesses that require highly customizable software. You can start with the basic features, then add apps for advanced capabilities such as staff scheduling,...
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Review
Merchant One Review
By Mike Berner | July 20, 2026
Merchant One offers processing solutions for small businesses that accept card payments in-store, online, on the go, or by mail and phone order. It approves a high percentage of applicants, can set...
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What You Need to Accept Mobile Wallets at Your SMB
By Donna Fuscaldo | July 20, 2026
Mobile wallets are a growing trend in consumer buying patterns. Learn how to leverage the mobile wallet trend to grow sales and boost customer happiness.
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Want to Keep Your Customers? Be Proactive
By Leslie Pankowski | July 20, 2026
Customer relationship maintenance isn't just a to-do-list item. Learn to keep tabs on customer satisfaction by collecting and analyzing feedback regularly.
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5 Ways CRM-Enabled POS Systems Can Help Your Business
By David Gargaro | July 20, 2026
Learn how your business can use CRM-enabled POS software to find new efficiencies and save money.