Francis Walshe 
Picking a notary service is unlikely to be the most crucial move you make in your business this year. However, if you’re regularly getting documents notarized, it is worth thinking about the provider you’re using. Notarize is probably the leading name in this space, but it’s not necessarily the best for every business (or even … Read more
So, you’ve poured your blood, sweat, and tears into a Shopify store, generated a consistent revenue stream, and decided that the time has come to make an exit and sail off into the sunset. Great! Well, maybe. A lot of Shopify entrepreneurs underestimate the selling process. If you make the wrong deal, you could end … Read more
Website Closers and Quiet Light are two of the best-known names in the medium-to-large business brokerage space. They both serve a range of industries and offer a thorough, high-touch service. However, there are big differences between the pair in terms of their commission structure, preferred deal sizes, and approach to scouting for buyers. I’ve put … Read more
If you’re looking to exit your online business, you’re probably going to want a broker to help you find a suitable buyer willing to pay a good price. The good news is there are plenty of options in this space. The bad news is that finding the right broker for your specific situation can be … Read more
The market for Amazon FBA businesses has evolved significantly in recent years. After a price boom in 2021, valuations for Amazon brands have come down from their peak. If you’re considering selling your Amazon business, it’s important to understand the impact these shifting sands may have. If you’re more familiar with the day-to-day operations of … Read more
Some people work to live, while others live to work, but almost nobody enjoys managing accounts payable transactions. The good news? Today’s accounts payable solutions can take much of that work off your plate. The right AP software can automate invoice processing, streamline approvals, reduce costly errors, and give you clearer visibility into your cash … Read more
If you’ve ever tried to manage business payments without a dedicated finance team, you know that it’s more often than not a massive headache. Luckily, emerging tech solutions have made it much easier to manage financial inflows and outflows efficiently. Airbase is one such solution. It’s primarily an expense management tool, and it’s especially well-known … Read more
Ramp has become wildly popular in the expense management space in recent years, particularly for its corporate card offering. However, I’ve spoken to plenty of business leaders who have been frustrated by its revenue and funding requirements, limited international capabilities, and clunky user interface. Don’t get me wrong: I’m a fan of Ramp, and I … Read more
Long gone are the days when internal video production for companies involved special cameras and trained videographers. Improved camera capabilities in smartphones have recently allowed just about anyone to shoot high-quality video, and generative AI now means that we don’t even need cameras at all. However, these tools are still in their infancy, and some … Read more
So, you’re looking to upgrade your company’s financial infrastructure, but you’re not sure which tool represents the best possible investment. The first and most important thing I’ll stress here is to make the choice in the context of your specific needs. Don’t be swayed by flashy marketing and laundry lists of semi-relevant features your teams … Read more
Complying with government requirements is among the least exciting aspects of starting a new business, but it must be done nonetheless. Naming a registered agent is one of these requirements. A registered agent is essentially just an entity that receives official communications on your behalf. For reasons that are not entirely clear to anyone, many … Read more
Federal and state reporting requirements are among the most heartbreaking aspects of small business ownership. Getting them right doesn’t provide you or your customers with any additional benefits; getting them wrong can spell disaster. The compliance consulting industry has entered the picture to help companies navigate these potentially troublesome waters. Of course, if you pick … Read more
I’ve written a lot of content about tax credits on this blog, and the Employee Retention Credit (ERC) is among the most lucrative tax relief options currently available to American businesses. Unfortunately, it’s also garnered plenty of publicity for the wrong reasons. Many of the ERC claims the IRS has received have either been faulty … Read more
It’s a cruel world out there these days when it comes to costs, and one of the biggest liabilities most companies face is the dreaded tax bill. Tax credits are a great way to prevent the IRS from taking too much of your money. However, this area can be a bit of a minefield; eligibility … Read more
Did COVID-19 affect your ability to conduct business as normal? If you’re an employer who would answer “yes” to this question (and, realistically, most employers are), it may benefit you to learn more about the soon-to-be-consigned-to-the-dustbin-of-history Employee Retention Credit (ERC). The ERC will essentially refund a certain amount of the money you paid your employees … Read more
Did your business have full-time employees during the COVID-19 pandemic? If so, you might be entitled to the Employee Retention Credit (ERC). This tax credit comes as a refund of a portion of the wages you paid out in 2020 and 2021. It could provide you with a sizeable chunk of money, depending on the … Read more