You will need your Employer Identification Number, or EIN, for completing various legal tasks related to your business, such as filing taxes. If you have misplaced your EIN or aren’t sure if you even have one, you have come to the right place! Read on to learn what an EIN is, how to find your EIN, and how to apply for an EIN if you don’t already have one.
Both Stripe and Square offer powerful, full-service third-party payment processing APIs. Square has a pretty clear edge when it comes to processing in-person payments and being ready to go right out of the box. Stripe’s robust multicurrency and payment method support, on the other hand, can give it an edge in international eCommerce. Read on for a full comparison.
Health care is daunting, complicated, and time-consuming. So, for small businesses without a large HR department, navigating the health insurance process can suck up time and energy that you simply don’t have. Check this complete guide on small business health insurance.
Having a POS that automatically syncs your data to your QuickBooks account makes reporting and accounting much easier. But finding POS software that’s QuickBooks compatible? Not necessarily easy. Here are nine great options for small businesses that want a POS system compatible with QuickBooks.
The insurance industry might be in the business of worst-case-scenarios but a general liability insurance policy doesn’t have to set you back significantly — and the protection it provides is priceless. Read this informative article about the type of incidents this kind of insurance covers, discuss costs and plans, and steer you in the right direction if you’re ready to buy.
Looking for unsecured loan products in the market? Check out this detailed and informative roundup of the the 15 best unsecured business loans and find out which one is the best for your business.
Want to run a catering business, but aren’t sure where to start or get the funds? Learn everything you need to know to get started in our step-by-step guide!
In retail, your POS system isn’t just a cash register. It’s your lifeline to sales reports, inventory management, customer loyalty, and a whole lot more. These seven retail POS systems make running your business less stressful and more profitable.
Square’s reader comes free when you sign up for Square point of sale only accepts magstripe payments, while Square contactless and chip reader takes chip and contactless payments and can also accept Google Pay and Apple Pay.
Want to start an auto body shop, but aren’t sure where to start or get the funds? Learn everything you need to know in our step-by-step guide!
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