Are you thinking about starting an online business or adding an online component to your existing brick-and-mortar store? There’s a lot you need to know about e-commerce (electronic commerce) and its unique challenges and benefits. We can help you start your business on the internet, and we review some of the unique e-commerce tools you’ll want to consider, including e-commerce platforms, website plugins and more. We also help demystify the industry jargon by explaining in laymen’s terms what everything means.

Have you ever had a dream of owning your own retail business, but you can’t imagine raising the start-up capital, let alone the hassle of running a physical store, managing inventory, shipping, employees and other major costs? Welcome to the wonderful world of the web and drop shipping companies. Today’s technology provides a wealth of opportunities for almost anyone to own their own online retail biz at a fraction of the capital it used to take to launch and maintain a non-virtual store. Dropshipping is an integral ingredient in this equation, but what is dropshipping and how does it work.

When you’re trying to get your retail or service-oriented business up and running or streamline your existing practices, there are a ton of details to iron out — and an overwhelming number of options to consider. Have you found the most efficient way to track your inventory? What cost-effective ways can you process and manage your customers’ payments?  What do you need to know about running an online store? We have some ideal solutions to help you run your small business as smoothly as possible.

You’ve likely heard of QuickBooks and FreshBooks, but there’s another major player, Xero Accounting, that’s giving both big names a run for their money. Xero is the market’s fastest growing small business accounting software, is easy to use and loaded with features. But it’s a player in a crowded field, so how did it fare in our review?

Making sure your employees get paid correctly and on time doesn’t have to be a headache. Online payroll services make it a painless part of running your small business efficiently.

Are you a service-oriented independent contractor or small business that needs to streamline your accounting practices? FreshBooks, a popular cloud-based software, promises to improve your business efficiency and save you money. But is it as good as the hype?

As a small business owner, accounting can be a dreaded task, but it doesn’t have to be. Investing in the right small business accounting software will save you a ton of time and money in the long run, and the best solution is likely more affordable than you think.

Tax time is here and so are your W-2s or 1099s since most employers sent them out to arrive by the end of January. In fact, business taxes are due in many states in mid-March. So, it’s time to get started and get rolling, especially if you’re due a refund check. Please note that this article has been updated with each company’s 2022 products for the 2021 tax season.

Filing taxes is already stressful, but what if you hit “submit” and find out that someone has already filed a fraudulent tax return in your name? Chaos ensues, and you don’t know how this could’ve happened. These 5 tips could help save you from this headache.

Have you received the dreaded notice that you’re being audited by the Internal Revenue Service? Or worry that the big audit might strike you when you least expect it? If you get audited by the IRS, what happens? First, don’t panic. There are many reasons for an audit, and in 80% of all cases, this requirement only concerns a minor issue on your tax return. Still, we know it’s a stressful event, and we’re here to give you the information you need to get through the process as painlessly as possible.