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June 2, 2026

6 Best High-risk Merchant Account Providers for 2026

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A high-risk merchant account is a specialized payment processing service for businesses in industries more prone to chargebacks, fraud, or regulatory restrictions — such as CBD, adult, travel, or subscription-based services. These accounts are offered by acquiring banks and processors willing to underwrite higher-risk merchants,
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May 1, 2026

7 Best Mobile Credit Card Processors of 2026

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Mobile credit card processing lets you accept payments anywhere using a smartphone or tablet with a mobile card reader or tap to pay. It’s ideal for vendors, service providers, and retailers that need flexible, on-the-go checkout. In 2026, the best mobile credit card processors offer offline
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April 27, 2026

8 Best Healthcare Payment Processors in 2026

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Need a secure, affordable HIPAA-compliant way to accept patient payments? We reviewed the top healthcare payment processors for 2025.

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April 15, 2026

Square POS Review: Features, Pricing, Pros & Cons for 2026

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In this Square POS review, I scored it 4.60 out of 5 and ranked it as my top pick for best POS system, best mobile POS app, and best free POS.

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March 19, 2026

10 Best Merchant Services for Small Businesses in 2026

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Looking for the best merchant services for small businesses? I compared 34 providers to find the top options for low fees, flexible payments, and easy setup — led by Helcim and Square.

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March 6, 2026

How to Hire a Payroll Specialist or Manager in 6 Simple Steps

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To hire a payroll specialist, small businesses should define the role needed, write a clear job description, post the role, screen candidates, conduct structured interviews, check references, and onboard the new hire. Most small businesses hire a payroll specialist first. According to Indeed’s latest salary data,
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March 6, 2026

How to Conduct a Payroll Audit [+ Checklist & Video]

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A payroll audit is a structured review of your payroll records, tax filings, employee classifications, and internal controls to ensure accuracy, prevent fraud, and stay compliant with federal and state laws. Payroll compliance is getting more complicated. In the 2025 Global Payroll Complexity Index (GPCI) by Strada,
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February 5, 2026

U.S. Bank Merchant Services Review 2026: Pricing & Features

A bank-backed merchant account with published starter rates and a wide range of POS and online payment tools, best for established businesses that do not mind customized pricing beyond entry-level plans.

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February 3, 2026

How to Calculate Vacation Accruals (+ Free PTO Calculator)

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Accurately tracking paid time off (PTO) accruals is essential for small businesses not only from an administrative standpoint, but also for legal compliance, payroll accuracy, and cash flow. Miscalculating PTO can lead to wage-and-hour violations, unexpected payout liabilities, and employee disputes, all of which are
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January 28, 2026

9 Free Payroll Templates and When to Use Them

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Free payroll templates work best for very small businesses with simple payroll needs, such as a few hourly or salaried employees in one state. But as payroll becomes more complex, with multiple pay types, tipped employees, multi-state taxes, or higher filing volumes, manual templates quickly
Helcim

January 23, 2026

Helcim Review: Pricing, Features & Alternatives

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Helcim is a Canadian credit card processing and merchant services company catering to all kinds of small and growing businesses. It offers a suite of free payment processing tools and integration with various business systems. Fees start at interchange plus 0.15% + 6 cents with
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January 20, 2026

How to Create a Payroll Budget in 4 Steps

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A payroll budget helps you estimate how much your business will spend on employee compensation over a set period. This includes wages and salaries, overtime, bonuses, benefits, employer payroll taxes, and other payroll-related costs. Since payroll is often one of the largest ongoing expenses for
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