If you’re looking for a business checking account with a big-name bank, Capital One and Chase are likely on your radar. But how do you decide which is best for your small business? Ultimately, the best business checking account depends on the unique needs of your business.
Navy Federal Business Checking: 2021 Review
April 1, 2021
Navy Federal Credit Union offers three business checking accounts: Business Checking, Business Plus Checking and Business Premium Checking. All three of these business accounts earn interest, include unlimited fee-free electronic transactions and place no cap on the amount…
Bank of America Business Checking: 2021 Review
March 29, 2021
Bank of America offers two small-business checking accounts: Business Advantage Fundamentals™ Banking and Business Advantage Relationship Banking (formerly Business Fundamentals Checking and Business Advantage Checking). With 4,300 branch locations across 37 states, plus…
Discover Business Checking Alternatives
March 25, 2021
Discover does not have a business checking account. The bank does offer personal checking, but it’s smart and professional to separate your finances from your company’s. If you already use Discover Bank, you may value some of its features, like no fees and cash-back…
Huntington Bank Business Checking: 2021 Review
March 24, 2021
Huntington Bank has three business checking accounts, including Business Checking 100, which has no monthly maintenance fee. But the regional bank’s standout feature is its gracious overdraft policy. Huntington Bank will refund any overdraft fees as long as you make a…
SunTrust Business Checking: 2021 Review
March 23, 2021
SunTrust Bank offers three core small business checking accounts: Simple Business Checking, Primary Business Checking and Business Advantage Plus Checking. With locations in 10 states, plus Washington, D.C., SunTrust caters to small-business owners looking for regional…
Mercury Banking for Startups: 2021 Review
March 22, 2021
Mercury is an online banking platform that includes both a business checking account and a business savings account with no monthly fees. Designed with startups in mind, Mercury offers scalable digital tools — plus, every account provides read-write application programming…
Citizens Bank Business Checking: 2021 Review
March 20, 2021
Citizens Bank’s Clearly Better Business Checking has no monthly service fee or minimum opening deposit, making it an appealing option for small-business owners who live in the bank’s service area. Citizens Bank operates in 11 states throughout New England, the…
6 Best Banks for Small Business in California
March 19, 2021
There are more than 400 banks and credit unions operating in California. That’s enough to make small-business owners’ heads spin when trying to find a bank that meets their needs. We took some of the work off your plate by evaluating dozens of financial institutions to…
What Are Accounting Adjustments?
March 18, 2021
Adjusting entries are made at the end of the accounting period to make your financial statements more accurately reflect your income and expenses, usually — but not always — on an accrual basis. This can be at the end of the month or the end of the year. If you have…
Does Ally Offer Business Checking?
March 17, 2021
Ally doesn’t offer business checking accounts. Instead, the bank offers personal checking accounts, savings accounts and certificates of deposit. To find a business checking account, you can search other online banks, as well as brick-and-mortar institutions, and compare…
NerdWallet’s Best Accounting Software for Amazon FBA Sellers
March 16, 2021
For Amazon sellers using Fulfillment by Amazon, the best accounting software comes with comprehensive reporting, easy-to-use features and integrations with useful e-commerce apps — for instance, ones that can help with inventory tracking. Here are our top picks. QuickBooks…
Trusted Small Business Growth Hacks That Work
March 15, 2021
Small business owners use a ton of resources to just start a business. Once up and running, the work is far from over. No matter the industry, location, or concept behind a small business, a steady rate of growth isn’t easy to maintain. In a lot of ways, concerns about…
The Clover point-of-sale system is a solid and affordable choice for entrepreneurs with restaurants, retail outlets or professional services. Its easy-to-use features and high-quality, versatile hardware can make it simple to add orders or ring up sales efficiently. But…
When you apply for a business checking account, most banks will run a ChexSystems report to see your history with previous checking and savings accounts — similar to a lender running a credit check when you apply for a business loan. Unlike a credit report, however, a…
8 Best Semi Truck Financing Options of 2021
March 10, 2021
You can get semi truck financing from many lenders, including some that focus entirely on big rig lending. Like any small-business loan, the best commercial truck loan will be the least expensive one you can qualify for — whether you need a single Sprinter or a fleet of…
Square is a standout cloud-based point-of-sale system that’s mobile-friendly, rich in features and priced in a straightforward way. For retail businesses, restaurants and professional services, it’s an excellent choice. It’s also NerdWallet’s choice for best overall…
PNC Business Checking: 2021 Review
March 6, 2021
PNC Bank offers four core business checking accounts: Business Checking, Business Checking Plus, Treasury Enterprise Plan and Analysis Business Checking. It also offers additional checking solutions based on your industry and unique financial goals, such as Non-Profit…
Fifth Third Bank Business Checking: 2021 Review
March 5, 2021
Fifth Third Bank has three business checking accounts, each equipped with the standard features: online banking, bill pay and mobile deposit. The bank has an extensive branch network, particularly in its home state of Ohio, which may appeal to business owners who prefer to…
6 Best Banks for Small Business in Texas
March 5, 2021
Small-business owners in Texas have a lot of options when it comes to business banking. To help you narrow down your search, we evaluated dozens of banks to find the best offerings. NerdWallet compared national and regional banks, online banks, as well as credit unions and…