To protect your e-commerce business from potential lawsuits, accidents and disasters, you’ll likely need multiple types of business insurance. Most online stores should have general liability insurance and product liability insurance to protect against some of the most…
Heartland Payment Systems offers a variety of services that can let small businesses accept credit and debit cards, online payments, contactless payments and other kinds of payments. The company also has several add-on financial services, such as payroll, that can help small…
Virtual terminals are web apps that allow a computer, tablet or smartphone to process card payments without a card reader or point-of-sale hardware. They are primarily used by businesses that receive orders by phone, fax, email or mail — transactions where the customer is…
Commercial insurance isn’t just essential for construction businesses, it is often required — either by the state or client — for contractors and developers. Whether you’re a plumber, electrician, carpenter or general contractor, these five steps will help you…
Most retail stores should have general liability and commercial property insurance to protect their businesses against common risks, such as customer injuries and property damage. In fact, in order to rent retail space, a landlord may require proof of both types of…
Shopify Plus is the enterprise version of the top-rated Shopify e-commerce platform. For most, the deciding factor between Shopify vs. Shopify Plus is cost. Comparing just the monthly account and credit card fees, the hard cost break-even point between Shopify vs. Shopify…
For small businesses that want to accept credit cards, finding a processor is the first step. The best credit card processing company depends on which features are most important to your business. NerdWallet looked at factors such as: Processing costs. Speed of setup.
Structuring your business as an LLC might protect your personal finances in case of a lawsuit, but you’ll still need general liability insurance and other commercial policies to protect your business assets. The best business insurance providers for LLCs offer convenient…
Simply Business isn’t an insurance provider but rather a broker that connects small-business owners with business insurance through partner companies. While Simply Business does the initial legwork, fielding quotes tailored to your business type from its network of…
Business insurance can protect photographers and videographers from a slew of financial risks, such as replacing expensive stolen equipment or paying for an injured employee’s medical bills. Here’s what you should know about photography business insurance and how to…
You’re probably already familiar with POS hardware, even if you don’t realize it. The cash register at your local convenience store is POS hardware, as is the iPad-mounted mobile card reader at your favorite restaurant. When it comes to purchasing POS hardware, most…
In order to make informed business decisions, such as seeking financing, you need to be able to understand your financial performance — especially since the COVID-19 pandemic has altered the way many small businesses operate. Navigating your financial metrics doesn’t…
Lightspeed Restaurant offers a simple and intuitive interface that belies a robust feature set. With features including mobile ordering, floor-plan management and a variety of integrations and add-ons, its functionality extends to full-service restaurants, quick-service…
If you provide advice or services for a living, business consultant insurance may protect you from legal actions, property damage, injuries and other risks that can cause financial losses. Consultants who are sole proprietors could even be personally responsible for damages…
If you’re starting an e-commerce business, you’ll need a software platform that accommodates your specific needs. 3dcart is an all-in-one platform that offers impressive functionality, payment-processing options, advanced tools and scalability — all at a competitive…
WooCommerce and Shopify are two of the most widely used e-commerce platforms in the world — but that’s pretty much where the similarities end. The approach each platform takes in delivering its service is vastly different. Here’s what you need to know to decide which…
To protect your handyman business from third-party claims of bodily injury, property damage or advertising injury, you’ll need general liability insurance. General liability coverage may be sufficient for some handyman businesses, but others may benefit from additional…
If you’re a sole proprietor or are self-employed, business insurance may be the only thing that stands between your assets — including your personal assets — and havoc from lawsuits, property damage and other losses. Sole proprietors and people who are self-employed…
The Shopify e-commerce platform is a top pick for anyone considering dropshipping. Shopify directly connects to hundreds of vendors who stock, pack and ship products for you — with little to no upfront cost. You simply build a collection of products in your Shopify…
Creating the best online shopping experience for business clients means making their buying experience simple, fast and well-suited to the specific needs of B2B sales. Whether it’s your first time shopping for a B2B e-commerce platform, or you’d like to switch…
