Amid the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, the number of new U.S. business applications rose 25% between 2019 and 2020. To get a deeper understanding, LendingTree researchers examined the 100 metros with the most […]
There is no end to the questions people have about small business. Whether you’re just starting out have been in business for years, you never stop asking questions, and that’s a good thing. We […]
Mid-sized business owners say they are caught in the middle in their search for the right-sized digital tools to support their growth. They’ve outgrown the digital tools they started with when they were smaller, and also […]
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Small business workers in the hospitality, personal care, and retail industries have enjoyed the fastest wage growth over the past 12 months according to new payroll data released by Intuit QuickBooks Canada today.1 Now at $17.41 […]
Many small businesses had to adapt to survive during the pandemic—and those same adaptations could now be helping them to thrive. That’s one of the standout findings of our latest Small Business Insights survey […]
For entrepreneurs and startups with big business plans, taking the next step to raise capital can require a serious leap of faith. How will the project be funded? Who can help weed out the strong ideas […]
After two record-breaking years of new business creation, there’s no sign of the trend slowing down as QuickBooks projects as many as 17 million new small businesses could be set up in 2022. The […]
The amount of money you need to start a business can seem intimidating. Even though you may have a great idea, nothing will ever come of it, if you don’t have the funding to capitalize […]
If you own or want to start a business, and you also happen to be female or a member of a minority group, you may want to seek special certification for your company. Being […]
A recent study by Accenture found that artificial intelligence (AI) could boost profitability rates by 38 percent by 2035. That would provide a $14 trillion boost to 16 U.S. industries, including professional services, information and communication, construction, […]
There are 12.3 million women-owned businesses in the U.S., and they generate 1.8 trillion dollars per year. Nonetheless, in 2019, less than 3% of all venture capital funds went to female founders. It’s important for […]
What’s in a name? Well, quite a lot, actually. Most entrepreneurs will tell you that picking the perfect business name is like naming your first child. You’re going to want the name to feel right, like […]
If you have a small business, you know that cash flow can be a big concern. And when you’re searching for small business loans, you may come across two kinds of funding called invoice financing […]
It’s nearly that time of year again: tax time. Preparing your taxes may seem like an annoying task that distracts you from running your business, but filing an accurate return can reduce the risk of […]
What’s the best payment method for small businesses? Some say cash is king, while others swear by credit cards. But in light of the coronavirus, small business owners may have had to forgo their […]
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“EIDL” is short for an Economic Injury Disaster Loan and EIDL loans are available to small businesses, most private nonprofit agencies and small agricultural cooperatives. Backed by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), these loan funds […]
Sometimes an opportunity may come up or an emergency may arise and your small business will need cash fast. That’s when the SBA Express Loan may help. If you’re looking for small business financing […]
Welcome to the internet! You made it this far, so we’re guessing you have some idea of how this works: Need some information? Go to the internet. That’s why your new business is going […]
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6 Things to Know About Self-Employment Tax A 2019 FreshBooks research report called “Self-Employment in America” revealed that the number of self-employed Americans is rising rapidly. Roughly 24 million people in the U.S. now employ […]
When you think about employee theft in your company, you likely consider acts such as employees stealing inventory or company or customer information through cyber fraud. But, there’s another way that they can siphon […]
Homeschooling your child requires a lot of time and energy, and with the coronavirus pandemic impacting students nationwide, parents are suddenly finding themselves managing a job, a home and a classroom all at once. We […]
I know a thing or two about the complexities of launching a new business. As the owner of several businesses in the Los Angeles entertainment industry, I know from experience that you’ll have a quadrillion […]
If you have ever wanted to be your own boss, then you’re in the right place. There are plenty of things to consider before branching out and starting your own business, no matter what that […]
Whether you’re an employee or a business owner, work-related stress is the most major source of stress for American adults. According to a 2020 Mental Health America survey, nearly 83% of Americans feel stressed or emotionally […]
Let’s explore how the benefits of AP automation translate directly to your business’s bottom line. How much time do you think you or your employees spend each day tracking down information? Maybe 30 minutes, an […]
The issue of whether or not to adopt an organization-wide ERP system remains a tricky question for growing businesses—and for good reason. According to Manufacturing Business Technology Magazine, 75 percent of ERP implementation projects end in […]
Your business needs a lot from you, and you welcome any opportunity to put tasks on autopilot. We have good news for you: recurring payments allow you to collect money from your customers, with little […]