How-to Guides: Business Essentials

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IRS Tax Outreach, Partnership & Education Team

The Internal Revenue Service issued a consumer alert today following bad advice circulating on social media about a non-existent “Self Employment Tax Credit” that’s misleading taxpayers into filing false claims.

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Hoot Host Editorial Team

Understanding the buyer’s journey is crucial for ideal online marketing and Google standards for search engine optimization.

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Hoot Host Editorial Team

Having an optimized online presence is a necessity for business success.

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Hoot Host Editorial Team

Understanding Google’s digital consumer journey – a similar concept to the customer journey or buyer’s journey

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EngagePro Editorial Team

OK, you want more clients. And you’re already convinced that referrals are the most reliable source of qualified new prospects in your world.

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Hoot Host Editorial Team

Learn why website performance and security are paramount to your business website’s success.

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Hoot Host Editorial Team

Learn how a well-crafted blog can be your small business’s secret weapon, propelling it to new heights of online success.

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Hoot Host Editorial Team

Choosing the right domain registrar is a critical decision for any business owner. Learn why...

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IRS Tax Outreach, Partnership & Education Team

IRS announces delay in Form 1099-K reporting threshold for third-party platform payments in 2023; plans for a threshold of $5,000 for 2024 to phase in implementation

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IRS Tax Outreach, Partnership & Education Team

IRS announces 2023 Form 1099-K reporting threshold delay for third-party platform payments; plans for a $5,000 threshold in 2024 to phase in implementation

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IRS Tax Outreach, Partnership & Education Team

The IRS and tax professionals continue to see aggressive advertising, direct mail solicitations and online promotions involving the Employee Retention Credit (ERC). These promoters have misled employers and harmed honest employers by misrepresenting and exaggerating who is eligible for this pandemic-era credit. 

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IRS Tax Outreach, Partnership & Education Team

As part of a larger effort to protect small businesses and organizations from scams, the Internal Revenue Service today announced the details of a special withdrawal process to help those who filed an Employee Retention Credit (ERC) claim and are concerned about its accuracy.

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Constant Contact Editorial Team

No matter where you are in your marketing journey, building a solid online marketing foundation requires three main actions: reviewing your current status, creating a plan to reach your goals, and executing your plan.

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Lunafi Editorial Team

Tips & Tricks For Developing a Profitable Online Store

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Constant Contact Editorial Team

Event marketing is about more than having a sale or prize giveaway. Planning and event management are no small feats, but with the right strategy and tools, any event you plan is sure to go off without a hitch.

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Hoot Host Editorial Team

Businesses are increasingly reliant on their online presence to connect with customers, generate leads, and drive sales. However, this reliance comes with a responsibility to protect the privacy and data of users.

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Hoot Host Editorial Team

Establishing a strong online presence is vital for businesses of all sizes – but especially for small businesses.

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Rapid Finance Editorial Team

As a restaurant owner, your business needs financing to keep it afloat. As a financing company, we know that’s not always easy. Many restaurants can find cash flow management to be a challenge. However, there’s a solution.

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Rapid Finance Editorial Team

Securing financing for your small business can be tricky. Particularly when determining which option will be the best fit for your business.

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Rapid Finance Editorial Team

Deciding to start a new business is easier said than done, especially when it comes to securing funds.

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Rapid Finance Editorial Team

Strong business credit is a powerful tool for small business owners. A solid small business credit score can signal to banks and online lenders that your business is financially stable, making it an excellent candidate to receive small business financing if needed.

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Rapid Finance Editorial Team

Whether you need financing to manage gaps in cash flow or even expand your business, the process of how to qualify for a small business loan can be overwhelming and time-consuming.

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Rapid Finance Editorial Team

For many small business owners, they’ve turned their passions for providing services or products into livelihoods. But unlike bigger corporations and companies, when small businesses need to cover payroll after a down month or two, or want to expand their current business offerings, getting ahold of working capital can be tough to come by.

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IRS Tax Outreach, Partnership & Education Team

Not all third-party payroll service providers are created equal. A trusted, qualified company can help keep businesses secure and tax compliant.

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IRS Tax Outreach, Partnership & Education Team

As part of National Small Business Week, April 30 to May 6, the Internal Revenue Service wants small business taxpayers to know they will soon see changes to help them better interact with the Internal Revenue Service in ways that work best for them.

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Constant Contact Editorial Team

Interested on how ChatGPT and AI can help your small business? Check out this article by the Constant Contact team!

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IRS Tax Outreach, Partnership & Education Team

IRS opens 2023 Dirty Dozen with warning about Employee Retention Credit claims; increased scrutiny follows aggressive promoters making offers too good to be true

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IRS Tax Outreach, Partnership & Education Team

Taxpayers who can’t pay their tax bill by the April 18, 2023, deadline shouldn’t panic. The IRS offers several options to help them meet their obligations. 

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IRS Tax Outreach, Partnership & Education Team

Whether someone travels for work once a year or once a month, figuring out travel expense tax write-offs might seem confusing. The IRS has information to help all business travelers properly claim these valuable deductions.

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UENI Editorial Team

Here, we’ll go through how to respond to negative reviews, backed with examples and useful templates to assist you in handling negative feedback. Let’s dig in.

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UENI Editorial Team

If you are trying to answer how you can grow your business online, here are seven key things you can do today to grow your small business online.

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Ruby Editorial Team

Customer service is all about anticipating needs. Learn how to answer these 5 trust-building questions before customers ever have to ask.

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IRS Tax Outreach, Partnership & Education Team

New electronic option can reduce millions of paper Forms 1099 estimated to be filed by businesses in 2023, learn more!

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IRS Tax Outreach, Partnership & Education Team

Following a successful opening of its systems today, the IRS is now accepting and processing 2022 tax returns. Most of the individual tax returns for the 2022 tax year are expected to be filed before the April 18 tax deadline.

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IRS Tax Outreach, Partnership & Education Team

The IRS is now accepting tax returns for the 2023 filing season, and IRS Free File – a program that makes brand-name tax software and electronic filing available to most taxpayers for free – is now open and ready for taxpayers to use.

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Juvo Editorial Team

As an employer, are you frustrated with finding staff that will actually stay and work for your business? Experts at Juvo Jobs explain best practices for finding staff that stay.

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IRS Tax Outreach, Partnership & Education Team

During the holiday season, taxpayers should be aware of gift card scams thieves commonly use this time of year.

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IRS Tax Outreach, Partnership & Education Team

To wrap up National Tax Security Awareness Week, the IRS and the Security Summit partners urged businesses to remain vigilant against cyberattacks aimed at stealing personal information and other business data.

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IRS Tax Outreach, Partnership & Education Team

The IRS reminds taxpayers earning income from selling goods and/or providing services that they may receive Form 1099-K, Payment Card and Third-Party Network Transactions, for payment card transactions and third-party payment network transactions of more than $600 for the year.

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IRS Tax Outreach, Partnership & Education Team

The Internal Revenue Service today encouraged taxpayers to take simple steps before the end of the year to make filing their 2022 federal tax return easier. With a little advance preparation, a preview of tax changes and convenient online tools, taxpayers can approach the upcoming tax season with confidence.

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Fundbox Editorial Team

Are you considering a small business loan to take your business to the next level, but feel like you lack knowledge about the process and the options?

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Juvo Editorial Team

Employers, this is not a drill. Time to get your holiday hiring sorted out, NOW. The holiday season is intense for all small business owners - and now that it’s even harder to hire - you may be dreading the upcoming festivities. But don’t panic! Juvo’s got your back.

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Juvo Editorial Team

Key strategies that your small business can implement to avoid getting ghosted & to stay ahead of the hiring game.

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Juvo Editorial Team

It’s no surprise to say that America is experiencing a hiring upheaval. So, how can you get out ahead of these issues before they become your problem? How do you spot the red flags?

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Constant Contact Editorial Team

In today's complex world, email marketing alone isn't enough. Learn how to combine SMS and email marketing to seamlessly communicate with your customers.

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Milynn Lekhavanija

Learn how to leverage social media to sell on Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram, and Pinterest.

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Chuck Casto

Learn statistics and key learnings for selling online

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Chuck Casto

Tips and tricks for getting optimal visibility for your business.

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Bailey Preusse

Selling online is critical in today’s day and age for most, if not all, industries ‍In this article, we’ll break down the three essential steps to successfully sell online. Plus, we’ll give you additional resources to help you succeed. ‍

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Bailey Preusse

Inspiration and confidence-building ideas to consider, and the ultimate conclusion that great networking can have a very positive effect on your business.

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Chuck Casto

Nearly 60% of small business owners say email marketing has worked to grow their revenues. Learn more about what other business owners are saying...

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Bailey Preusse

Breaking down the hiring solutions that are out there today—from the newest players in the space to the tried-and-true options.

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Bailey Preusse

Learn about the different types of business loans for any financial situation or business need

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Bailey Preusse

Connect with other business owners who are seeking financing or talk to experts that have used an online lender, join one of the finance groups below. 

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Bailey Preusse

Everything you need to get the best financing solution for your business

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Bailey Preusse

Break down the top benefits of email marketing for small businesses, what it means, and even some solutions you can try.

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Bailey Preusse

See how biz owners like you are faring and some solutions to help you get the cash you need to succeed. 

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Bailey Preusse

Breaking down the pros and cons of email marketing and social media so you can make an informed decision on how to best allocate your time to market your business.