
GAAP: What Are ‘Generally Accepted Accounting Principles’?
Knowing GAAP will help you understand your accountant's decision-making process better.


Knowing GAAP will help you understand your accountant's decision-making process better.


The nature of your LLC can influence which tax forms you need and what you ultimately owe.


Here are some legal issues that can arise if you don’t file past due taxes, and what you can do to resolve them.


This guide explains W-2 and W-4 tax forms, covering their differences as well as how to fill them out.


Here's how tax credits work, which small-business tax credits to be aware of and what forms you need to file.


The going concern assumption is that a business will remain active for the foreseeable future.


A registered agent serves as your business’s official point of contact for legal and state correspondence.


This tax has nothing to do with whether a business is a franchise. In states that have it, it applies to nearly all businesses.


This QuickBooks Online add-on can keep your books clean and updated, saving you time.


Practicing good financial hygiene throughout the year takes some of the headaches out of filing business taxes.


Amazon Pay works best for U.S.-based online-only businesses, but reserve policies could slow deposits into your account.


Businesses with many cross-border transactions might want Payoneer, but PayPal wins for its simplicity and POS.


Dharma Merchant Services is a solid option for businesses that process at least $10,000 in monthly credit card transactions.


You'll need a virtual terminal, generally offered by merchant account or payment services providers.


Setting your business up as a sole proprietorship is typically easy and inexpensive. But forming an LLC can offer legal protections and tax flexibility.


Wondering whether you need a business license? Our guide covers local, state and federal licenses.


SwipeSimple offers simple options to accept payments on the go, but resellers set the prices, services and support.


Among payment platforms, Elavon isn't the best option available.


Sole proprietors usually pay themselves by taking money from business profits, not by running payroll.


Recurring payments allow businesses to collect payments while also offering the customer a good experience.
