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Seasonal Business Taxes: Guide for Business Owners

Seasonal businesses have fluctuating incomes but are responsible for paying taxes like any other business.

How to Apply for a Business Grant

Funding your startup can be a challenge. Applying for a grant can take time but may give you that boost you need to launch or sustain your business.

How to Get Funding for Your Inventions

Are you ready to get paid for invention ideas or bring your design to market? Explore key considerations and seven financing methods.

Guide to SBA Loans

Funding is a top challenge for many entrepreneurs. The U.S. Small Business Administration offers special financial solutions for eligible small business owners.

What Is a Bridge Loan, and Is It Right for My Business?

Like a consumer payday loan, a business bridge loan can help you get cash fast to meet urgent expenses. Here’s what it is and when it’s wise to get one.

Secured Business Loans: The Pros and Cons

Secured business loans require you to have collateral, such as a large business or personal asset. Here are the pros and cons.

Business Loan Costs: How to Calculate and Compare Fees

Before you sign a business loan application, it's important to understand the associated costs, such as origination fees, interest rates, and penalties.

How to Use Accounting Software to Generate Accurate and Timely Financial Reports

Make decisions confidently and keep tabs on your company's financial health with secure, accessible bookkeeping platforms.

What Is Alternative Credit?

Alternative credit, or alternative lending, can be a good short-term funding option for small business owners struggling to get approval for a traditional loan.

When to Choose Equity or Debt to Fund Your Business Goals

Debt and equity are both great ways to fund your business goals, but timing is everything in determining which option to leverage next.