Despite continuing inequities and the COVID-19 pandemic, Black entrepreneurship is growing in record numbers. Because of America’s size and diversity, business success rates can vary heavily depending on location. To understand where in the US Black entrepreneurs are best positioned to succeed, Merchant Maverick set out to rank every state based on an array of metrics. Here are the most supportive states for Black-owned businesses.
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Feb 1, 2022
Filed under: Data Reports
The great thing about learning how to use Gusto is that it’s incredibly easy to use, regardless of your experience level with running payroll. However, that’s just the tip of the iceberg. Getting the most out of Gusto’s platform starts with understanding all it has to offer.
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Aug 12, 2024
Filed under: Payroll
Good Canadian POS systems have certain key attributes: transparent pricing, ease of use, integrated payment processing, and enough scalability to accommodate business growth. Read on to learn about some of the top POS systems in Canada.
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Mar 29, 2024
Filed under: Point of Sale
To start a collection agency, you’ll need a robust suite of hardware and services to accept payments online and over the phone. Whether you’re building your agency from the ground up or already have a business that needs to switch to a better merchant account provider, your agency’s success depends on multi-channel payment support, systems to combat fraudulent chargebacks, and transparent pricing plans and contractual requirements.
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The 10 best states for women-led startups, led by Colorado, shine when it comes to metrics of gender parity, cost of living, and tax rates. What’s more, investors in these states are finally giving a fair shake to women-owned startups. Despite COVID, 2021 was a record-shattering year as female-only founded startups across the nation collected $5.6 billion, up an astounding $2 billion from the previous record set in 2019
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Jan 4, 2022
Filed under: Data Reports
Lauren and Ronn Grewber turned their sustainability passion project into a thriving short-term rental business in North Park, San Diego.
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Dec 17, 2021
Filed under: Business Spotlights
There is a wide array of banks and financial services companies eager to take you on as a customer. But how can you tell which offers are legitimate, let alone find the best bank for small businesses? We’ll walk you through the fees you can expect to pay, what kind of customer support you can expect, and more, so you can compare the best business bank accounts available and choose the one that will work best for you.
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The best way to structure year-end bonuses depends on a number of factors, such as your industry, the number of employees, and how your business is performing.
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Nov 20, 2023
Filed under: Payroll
When it comes to choosing among the above pharmacy pos systems or any other POS software for pharmacy use, it’s important to verify that the POS does everything you need it to. This is especially necessary for a highly regulated industry such as the pharmacy industry.
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Dec 8, 2023
Filed under: Point of Sale
Both a woman-owned and veteran-owned business, Gregg and Katie DuFort are examples of a successful COVID-pivot with their outdoor-based escape room business.
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Dec 6, 2021
Filed under: Business Spotlights