Amanda Devos 
In today’s economy, it’s pretty common for all businesses, even small businesses, to have global connections. This is particularly true when it comes to vendors. You want only the best for your business, so you’ll form relationships with the top suppliers, even if they’re outside the U.S. border. Despite the freedom that comes with working … Read more
A good cell phone plan can feel hard to come by. It can be a real challenge to find a plan that has the whole package: low prices, reliable customer support, and solid coverage. Add in the sheer amount of options that are out there, and the decision becomes even more difficult. Whether you need … Read more
One topic that causes a lot of confusion at SMBs is paying international contractors. Hiring contractors in other countries comes with several benefits. First, the talent pool is larger — you have more freedom to find the right candidate for the job. Additionally, contractors in other countries may charge less for their services than those … Read more
There’s room to cut costs in any organization, but when looking for ways to lower expenses, many business owners tend to focus on larger cash outflows and overlook smaller costs. Payments is one of those often-overlooked areas that may seem insignificant at first glance but can add up greatly over time. One thing that can … Read more
Wise is one of the most prominent names in the payment processing space, and that’s for good reason. It’s commonly used by freelancers, startups, and SMBs to send and receive payments, with a particular focus on cross-border, multi-currency transactions. However, if you’re looking for an all-in-one solution to manage your AP needs, Wise may not … Read more
When it comes to selecting a payment processor for your business, it’s important to do your research to see which solution best fits your needs. After all, no two payment processors are the same, even though it can often feel like the only thing that’s changed is the branding. For example, a certain payment processor … Read more
When choosing a payment processor, it’s easy to get caught up in the surface-level features. Something that shouldn’t get overlooked is security. For SMBs, strong security features are a must. The smaller your business, the more devastating fraud can be. What good is it to have a payment processor with all the bells and whistles … Read more
Most founders can relate to the feeling of excitement and optimism that comes with starting a business. But once you’re in the weeds with messy day-to-day operations, it’s not all sunshine and rainbows — especially the finances. If you’re looking to secure funding from investors, you’ll need proper financial management, including compliance with tax laws … Read more
If you’re reading this, you’re likely one of the many SMBs that use Stripe to manage payments. It’s one of the most popular payment solutions for a reason — it supports over 100 payment methods, is designed for both in-person and online payments, and has strong international capabilities. While Stripe has several powerful features, it’s … Read more
Choosing the right payment solution for your business can feel like an uphill battle. Between the varying features, pricing, and accounting integrations, it’s easy to get overwhelmed. The choice can feel particularly high-stakes for small and medium-sized businesses because there’s not much wiggle room in your budget. The upside of the abundance of choices is … Read more
Whether it’s fulfilling orders, participating in meetings or fielding customer questions, running a business is hectic. That’s why it’s best to find software solutions you can trust that can save time and streamline repetitive tasks. Every business has bills to pay, and any business that wants to survive will collect payments from customers. A payment … Read more
If you run an SMB, there’s a good chance you’re using QuickBooks to manage your accounting tasks. After all, it’s one of the most popular accounting solutions out there. But even though you can use QuickBooks as an all-in-one tool for managing your AP and AR, many businesses choose to use a different payment processor … Read more