Ecommerce

How to Find the Best Ecommerce Platform for Your Business

Admit it. You know what they say about ecommerce. That it’s a completely automated business framework that essentially eliminates the hassles we’ve experienced with brick-and-mortar stores. Well, we’ll come clean about one thing- and acknowledge that part of that might indeed be true. But that’s as far as the good news goes. The bad news is that it’s not entirely true. Building and running an ecommerce site can be just as challenging as any other type of venture. As a matter of fact, some digital merchants confess that they have encountered much bigger hurdles than their brick-and-mortar counterparts.

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Top Custom Ink Alternatives

Top Custom Ink Alternatives

When I first placed an order for custom shirts for a community fundraiser (a marathon, actually), I went through Custom Ink. We had months to prepare, as this was an annual event, and lots of shirts to order. But then our budget got tighter and our delivery window shorter. Now I needed something with faster ... Read more
How to Exit Your Agency Business

How to Exit Your Agency Business

Exiting a business you’ve spent years building is an exciting journey, but there are a lot of potential pitfalls you should be aware of. If you don’t give the process the respect it deserves, you could end up leaving a lot of money on the table.  Of course, company sales are always complex, and the ... Read more

Luqra vs. Stripe for E-commerce Merchants: A CPA’s Take

Stripe and Luqra both promise to move money from your shopper’s cart to your bank account with no fuss. But what about when the going gets tough? When your volume spikes, when a chargeback cluster hits, or when a bank’s risk team gets nervous? How they perform when the stakes rise can be the difference ... Read more
Top 10 Payment Processor Platforms

The Top 10 Payment Processor Platforms in 2025

Managing payments in 2025 feels like picking a pit crew for your checkout.  You need speed, clean handoffs, and a support team that won’t panic when a fraud or chargeback spike hits when you least expect it.  Who has the best rates might seem more important, but what really saves margin is the boring stuff: ... Read more
Best Stripe Alternatives for E-commerce Merchants

The Best Stripe Alternatives for E-commerce Merchants in 2025

If you run an online store in 2025, there’s a good chance that Stripe is running your checkout. But as a CPA, I see many of my clients asking the same question: “Is Stripe still worth the headaches… or is it time to move on?” As it turns out, many merchants are quietly moving off ... Read more
The Best PartnerStack Alternatives

The Best PartnerStack Alternatives

PartnerStack is a B2B partner ecosystem platform that helps businesses manage affiliates, referral partners, and resellers from a single dashboard — automating much of the administrative work involved in running partnership programs. But it’s far from the only option available, and it may not fit your specific use case. Different solutions cater to different needs, ... Read more
FE International vs Quiet Light Brokerage

FE International vs Quiet Light Brokerage

If you’re new to the game of buying or selling businesses, you may not appreciate just how much work goes into it. Valuation, marketing, closing – if you don’t have experience with all of these, you could be facing an uphill battle. Luckily for you, business brokers exist for exactly this reason. They connect buyers ... Read more
Everflow vs Impact

Everflow vs Impact: Which Affiliate/Partnership Platform Should You Pick?

If you’re running (or thinking of launching) an affiliate or partner-marketing program, you’ve likely heard of Everflow and Impact. They’re two of the biggest tools in the space, but they aim at slightly different users, and each has its strengths, downsides, and trade-offs. I’ve tested both, so you can get a clear picture of which ... Read more
Top Pirate Ship Alternatives

Top Pirate Ship Alternatives (2025 Edition)

I tested the top shipping platforms like Shippo, ShipStation, Easyship, and more. Here’s what actually works when you’ve outgrown Pirate Ship. If you’ve used Pirate Ship, you probably love how simple it is. You log in, paste an address, compare USPS and UPS rates, print your label, and you’re done. It’s free, it’s fast, and ... Read more
Best Affiliate Marketing Software for Brands

Best Affiliate Marketing Software for Brands

In today’s crowded online world, it can be tough to get noticed. When I began building my e-commerce brand, I tried all kinds of marketing techniques and ended up spending a considerable sum on online ads, which never translated into sales. Eventually, I turned to affiliate marketing and immediately wished I’d tried it sooner!   Instead ... Read more
Shippo vs Pirate Ship

Shippo vs Pirate Ship (2025): Which Shipping Tool Works Best for Your Business?

Shipping software isn’t just about sticking labels on boxes. It’s the system that keeps your orders moving, your customers updated, and your business running smoothly. When things go wrong with shipping, it costs more than just money. You lose time, customers, and credibility. In 2025, two names pop up often when small and mid-sized eCommerce ... Read more
Flippa vs Acquire

Flippa vs Acquire: Where Should You Sell Your Business?

So, you’ve decided to sell your business, but you’re not sure how exactly to do it.  The good news is that there are plenty of buy-and-sell platforms out there that can make life easier in this regard. The bad news is that it can be difficult to pick the most appropriate one for your needs.  ... Read more
Flippa vs. Quiet Light

Flippa vs. Quiet Light: Which One Should You Use to Buy or Sell an Online Business?

As a CPA, I find myself advising clients on things I would’ve never even thought of as a possibility. One of those things is, “What do I do with my business now that I’m ready to hang up the mantle? Sell it? Shut it down? Piece meal it out?” The business owners are often tired ... Read more
Shippo vs ShipStation

Shippo vs ShipStation (2025): Which Shipping Platform Fits Your Business Best?

Introduction Shipping software isn’t just a nice-to-have, it’s the backbone of running an eCommerce business in 2025. The right tool saves you hours every week, keeps orders flowing smoothly, and helps you avoid frustrated customers. Two of the biggest players are Shippo and ShipStation. At first glance, they seem similar: both connect your stores, sync ... Read more
Top Tapfiliate Alternatives

Top Tapfiliate Alternatives to Switch to

Tapfiliate is a firm favorite with midsize businesses that have moved beyond basic affiliate tools. But what happens when you need more? As your business grows, you may find yourself looking for a platform that can scale with you and provide increased analytics, protection against fraud, and easier ways to recruit affiliates. This list features ... Read more
Best Places to Buy Used Networking Equipment

Best Places to Buy Used Networking Equipment: My Guide to Cost-Effective, Reliable, and Sustainable Networking

For digital-first organizations, including SaaS providers, e-commerce businesses, agencies, and managed service providers, network performance is critical. Yet, enterprise-grade networking equipment such as switches, routers, firewalls, and transceivers carries significant upfront costs, and OEM lead times can stretch weeks or months. Purchasing used or refurbished networking equipment has become a practical alternative. It enables rapid ... Read more

Top Custom Ink Alternatives

How to Exit Your Agency Business

Luqra vs. Stripe for E-commerce Merchants: A CPA’s Take

The Top 10 Payment Processor Platforms in 2025

The Best Stripe Alternatives for E-commerce Merchants in 2025

The Best PartnerStack Alternatives

FE International vs Quiet Light Brokerage

Everflow vs Impact: Which Affiliate/Partnership Platform Should You Pick?

Top Pirate Ship Alternatives (2025 Edition)

Best Affiliate Marketing Software for Brands

Shippo vs Pirate Ship (2025): Which Shipping Tool Works Best for Your Business?

Flippa vs Acquire: Where Should You Sell Your Business?

Flippa vs. Quiet Light: Which One Should You Use to Buy or Sell an Online Business?

Shippo vs ShipStation (2025): Which Shipping Platform Fits Your Business Best?

Top Tapfiliate Alternatives to Switch to

Best Places to Buy Used Networking Equipment: My Guide to Cost-Effective, Reliable, and Sustainable Networking

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