Abrigo

JUNE 12, 2020

Key Takeaways The soon-to-begin Main Street Lending Program (MSLP) aims to fulfill a need for mid-sized businesses to access relief funds amid the coronavirus pandemic. The MSLP was introduced in April, but the scope of the program has changed several times to increase participation. The latest changes include lowering the minimum loan size, raising the maximum loan size, extending the maturity of each loan option, and increasing participation from the Reserve Bank.

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Fundera

JUNE 12, 2020

In many ways, self-employed workers have had a more difficult time accessing and using Paycheck Protection Program loans than other small businesses. From the application process to forgiveness guidelines, self-employed workers have been scrambling to understand how this forgivable loan program works for them. . The SBA made PPP loans available to self-employed workers later than business owners with employees.

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StackSource

JUNE 11, 2020

Most experienced landlords and property managers will agree that tenant turnover is often one of the largest expenses for rental property owners. Here are 5 ways to avoid it.

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GoCardless

JUNE 10, 2020

This week celebrating Pride month, we hear from Drew, Head of Internal Comms.

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Abrigo

JUNE 10, 2020

Key Takeaways The recent case where a former top risk officer was fined reminds financial institution executives and BSA professionals of the personal liability tied to implementing and maintaining effective AML programs. The former Chief Operational Risk Officer was fined for insufficient action on AML program deficiencies and staffing issues. Adequately staffed and risk-focused AML resources with good documentation are critical.

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Fundera

JUNE 8, 2020

In comparing your options for small business loans , you’ve likely come across SBA loans. From the traditional 7(a) loan to the CDC/504 loan, these partially government-guaranteed loans offer some of the best terms and rates on the market. If you’re a startup or business owner with average credit, however, you may feel alienated by the strict requirements necessary to qualify for many SBA loan programs.

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GoCardless

JUNE 12, 2020

Customer lifetime value is an important, customer-centric metric. Read on.

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Abrigo

JUNE 9, 2020

Banks and credit unions closed their lobbies and branches amid shelter-in-place orders in response to the coronavirus pandemic. Financial institutions that had already made the shift towards digital offerings found themselves with a distinct advantage to serve their customers and members. Technology has enabled financial institutions to operate more quickly and efficiently, creating a better experience for customers.

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Fundera

JUNE 9, 2020

Opening an online store is an exciting and potentially lucrative endeavour. But as you might imagine, starting and running an ecommerce business takes time, effort, resources, patience, and dedication. . Even after you’ve gone through all the steps to create, launch, and market your store, you’ll find that running an ecommerce business is a constant learning process.

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Fundera

JUNE 8, 2020

7 Best 401(k) Providers. ADP. Betterment for Business. Charles Schwab. ShareBuilder 401k. Fidelity Investments. T. Rowe Price. Merrill Edge. Regardless of your business’s size, offering your employees a retirement savings plan is a crucial part of any HR operation. Not only will offering comprehensive employee benefits draw top talent, but it’ll make your current employees feel valued and provide them peace of mind that they’re making the right financial decisions for their future—and happier e

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Fundera

JUNE 7, 2020

No matter how great your business’s products or services are, you need a comprehensive marketing strategy to help spread the word. While you may be tempted to market your business to everyone or simply guess to whom you’re marketing, these would both be costly mistakes for your business. That’s why finding a target audience is so important—it’ll give you deep, crucial insight into who your customer really is, what their habits are, and how you can better reach them.

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Fundera

JUNE 6, 2020

If you’re starting a business and looking for funding via investment, it’s important to know how several aspects of the venture financing landscape work. This includes the difference between angel investor vs. venture capitalist, and which of the two is more relevant to your business goals at your current stage. The world of venture capital and venture financing is complicated, so the more you understand, the better you’ll be able to position yourself to pitch investors and, hopefully, receive f

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GoCardless

JUNE 12, 2020

At what point should your business issue an invoice? Read on to learn more.

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GoCardless

JUNE 12, 2020

Is operating cash flow the same as free cash flow? Find out with our guide.

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GoCardless

JUNE 12, 2020

Find out how to make a Self Assessment tax return with our step-by-step guide.

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GoCardless

JUNE 12, 2020

Find out more about online bookkeeping for a small business.

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Fundera

JUNE 12, 2020

When it comes to running your business’s human resources operations, you don’t want to get anything wrong. For a small business, HR can cover everything from timesheets and payroll to benefits administration and onboarding. Whether you have a dedicated HR professional on staff or not, HR software can be a gamechanger for any business. . Two names in the industry you may have come across are Justworks and Namely.

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Fundera

JUNE 11, 2020

Starting a Cookie Business in 7 Steps. Plan your business. Choose a business name. Choose a business entity and register your business. Register for taxes. Obtain permits, licenses, and insurance. Separate your finances. Market your business (and start selling). For lots of folks, baking cookies is a rewarding hobby or creative outlet. But if you’re willing to put some elbow grease into it and work through some not-so-fun logistical hurdles, you can absolutely start a business in this tasty indu

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GoCardless

JUNE 10, 2020

Learn how to write a financial plan for a start-up business with our easy guide.

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GoCardless

JUNE 10, 2020

Find out more about the best recurring payment system, right here.

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GoCardless

JUNE 10, 2020

Understand the difference between ROI and ROAS with our definitive guide.

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Fundera

JUNE 10, 2020

Shopify is an ecommerce platform that’s ever-increasing in popularity, especially as consumers shift to online shopping more and more. One of the best parts about Shopify is how easy it is to use for both retailers and their customers. Better still, Shopify makes it easy to get started as a seller as well. . Whether you own an existing small business that you’re looking to bring online, or if you’re looking to make money with Shopify through a new venture, there are a few different ways to do it

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GoCardless

JUNE 9, 2020

Find out more about the best ways to engage customers for SMEs right here.

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GoCardless

JUNE 9, 2020

Find out everything you need to know about PCI DSS fines and penalties.

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GoCardless

JUNE 8, 2020

Our comprehensive guide to the IRR formula and how to calculate IRR.

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GoCardless

JUNE 8, 2020

Is getting a small business loan with bad credit possible? Read on to find out.

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GoCardless

JUNE 8, 2020

Learn about contactless card caps, how to use contactless cards, and more.

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GoCardless

JUNE 8, 2020

Want to know more about cash flow hedge vs. fair value hedge? Read on.

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GoCardless

JUNE 8, 2020

Find out everything you need to know about how to create a secure payment page.

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