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Running a business

Glossary of the most important financial terms to know

August 17, 2023

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Bookkeeping

The 8-step accounting cycle: A beginner’s guide

January 19, 2024

Accounting basics

Bookkeeping

8 accounting equations every business owner should know

December 9, 2020

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Bookkeeping

What is a financial statement? Types and how to use them

May 1, 2025

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Cash flow

Cash flow guide: Definition, types, how to analyze

March 17, 2023

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Bookkeeping

Accounting ledgers: A beginner’s guide to ledgers

January 11, 2024

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accounting

How to set up a chart of accounts

November 8, 2021

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Bookkeeping

What are accounts receivable?

November 5, 2021

Accounting guides

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Bookkeeping

Double-entry bookkeeping: What it is, how it works, and use cases

December 11, 2024

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Bookkeeping

Income statement: Definition, preparation, and examples

January 19, 2024

Pay taxes

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taxes

2022 complete list of small-business tax deductions

January 22, 2022

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taxes

What business owners need to know about deferred tax assets and liabilities

October 19, 2021

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taxes

Ultimate guide to small business tax forms, schedules, and resources

December 20, 2024

Manage invoices

payments

How to follow up on past due invoices: Guide & payment reminder email templates

May 24, 2021

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Bookkeeping

Payment terms: What they are and how they can protect your business in 2025

March 13, 2025

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payments

What is a recurring payment? Tips, types, and info to simplify billing

March 16, 2025

Save money

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expenses

Reduce operating costs with 14 effective and simple tips

January 20, 2022

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Cash flow

What is a cash reserve? A business guide

November 7, 2023

Understanding financial projections and forecasting

Finance

Understanding financial projections and forecasting

January 5, 2022

Build your team

hiring

How to hire employees: 8 steps to simplify the hiring process

October 19, 2021

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manage employees

Small business employee benefits guide for 2025

October 17, 2023

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manage employees

How to fill out a W-4: Guide to easy filing

April 1, 2024

manage employees

How to track employee attendance

June 17, 2021

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Payroll

Employee compensation: A guide for small businesses

December 4, 2023

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manage employees

Workers compensation laws by state: Rules, coverage & benefits

January 29, 2019

Process payroll

Payroll

What is payroll processing? How to process payroll step-by-step

July 8, 2020

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Payroll

How to do payroll in 9 steps in 2022

September 22, 2022

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Payroll

Payroll expenses: A small business guide

May 18, 2023

Manage inventory

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Bookkeeping

Cost of goods sold: How to calculate and record COGS

July 15, 2024

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bookkeeping

Marginal revenue and cost: Differences, calculations, and how-to guide

March 7, 2024

How you can use inventory analysis to optimize your operations

Midsize business

How you can use inventory analysis to optimize your operations

January 6, 2022

Make money

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Midsize business

Net operating profit after tax (NOPAT): Definition, formula, and examples

September 13, 2024

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pricing strategy

How to measure profitability: 3 surefire strategies

August 23, 2023

Midsize business

Profitability ratios: What they are and how to use them

July 15, 2020

Grow your business

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Running a business

Go-to-market strategy template for your next product

March 30, 2024

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Starting a business

How to get a small business loan: Guide & tips

June 17, 2022

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Running a business

How to attract customers: 11 vetted strategies for 2025

October 23, 2023

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