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The industry challenges to running a restaurant, bar, catering service (and other food and beverage companies) are many. We've researched start-up costs & loans, equipment financing, point-of-sale systems, menu designs, and other software tech products to help you succeed. Take a look at the list of resources below!

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Best Restaurant POS Systems

When it comes to choosing a point of sale system for your full-service restaurant, there’s a lot more at stake than you might initially think.

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The Complete Guide To Filing Small Business Taxes For The First Time

Filing small business taxes for the first time can be intimidating. But with careful preparation, you can save time, reduce stress, and potentially save money by lowering your tax liability.

The 8 Best Merchant Accounts For Adult-Oriented Products & Services

Do you run an adult business? We’ll explain the unique challenges faced by the adult entertainment industry and why it can be difficult to find a provider that will approve your business for a merchant account. We’ll also make some specific recommendations of providers that accept adult businesses. Read on for the best merchant accounts for adult-oriented businesses.

The Beginner’s Tax Guide For Small Business

Small business taxes may include federal and state income taxes, payroll taxes, excise taxes, and self-employment taxes. Tax funds are then used by federal, state, and local governments to pay for programs such as Medicare and Medicaid, Social Security, and public schools.

Best eCommerce-Friendly POS Systems For Online Sellers

We’ve put together this post to help small retail businesses modernize their operations by bridging the gap between online sales and physical retail sales. Whether you’re looking to establish your brand in the online sphere or want to replace your current online POS with a better system, read on to learn about the best eCommerce POS systems.

Helcim vs Stripe: Comparison

To see how Helcim stacks up against another popular competitor, read our Helcim vs. Square comparison. I also recommend reading our full Helcim review and Stripe review to learn more details about these providers.

Best Small Business Inventory Loans

Many businesses may need to borrow money from time to time in order to purchase inventory. But what are the best loan options for small businesses that need to buy inventory?

Best Construction Loan Lenders

When searching for a great commercial construction loan, you’ll want to keep in mind the size of the project, how quickly you need funding, and the resources you have available to use as collateral or downpayment. For many small businesses, an SBA 504 loan will be the best option for major construction projects. Others may be better served by bank loans or alternative loans.

Best Pizza POS Systems

Pizza POS systems typically come loaded with must-have features, such as EMV compliance, raw ingredient tracking, and the ability to input complicated pizza orders easily. Some also offer online ordering and delivery options. This article goes over six of the best pizza POS software systems to help determine which is best for your pizza shop.

Best $5K Small Business Loans

Since the loan amount is so low, many small business owners will be able to get a $5K small business loan. While not exactly difficult, one thing to remember is that $5,000 loans usually come with short repayment terms and higher interest rates.