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The best restaurant POS systems help restaurant owners do much more than just take payments. Cloud-based restaurant POS software includes tableside ordering, ingredient tracking, ApplePay, and customer loyalty. And each top POS system for restaurants has a different specialty.

A free credit card swiper can be tempting for small businesses, but some are better than others. Check out our rundown of the best free card readers.

Square and PayPal offer powerful software for small businesses, plus affordable pricing and no long-term contracts. Check out our comparison to see how they compare in terms of features, pricing, user reviews, and more!

Your original business plan may not have called for seeking a same-day business loan from an alternative lender, but, as you know, things happen. You may not have planned for certain challenges, but when the unexpected happens, it’s possible to get a quick business loan — perhaps even a same-day business loan. Read on for a look at the most reputable same-day lenders.

Is a corporate card right for your company? And if it is, what card or program should your company sign up for? Keep on reading to sort out how a corporate credit card can give your company a boost.

If you’re reading this, you’re probably looking to accept credit card payments on your phone or perhaps your tablet as well. So where do you start, and how do you decide which software/payment processor to choose? I’m here to help you figure out if mobile processing is right for you (spoiler alert, it probably is), and which features are the most important.

Shopping for a Clover POS system? With so many companies peddling the system, making a choice and comparing costs can be daunting. Let us set the record straight on what a good Clover POS price is and where you can get the best deals.

Wondering if you should add a gift card program for your small business? Here’s everything you need to know about different types of gift cards, where to get them, and some of the best gift card programs for a variety of business types.

In response to the woes facing the economy, the US government has allocated funds to help support businesses throughout the country. Read through for the full details on how you can receive forgiveness on your EIDL emergency advance.

Whether you have one client or 100, there are plenty of payroll software solutions for accountants. The options listed here come loaded with features, are easy to use, and can help you automate the payroll process and eliminate errors, giving you more time to focus on other aspects of your business.

The best payroll software for trucking companies includes trucking payroll-specific features, such as support for multiple pay schedules and rates, IFTA and fuel tax tracking, contractor payments, expense tracking, reimbursements, and more.

Inflation is taking a big bite out of Americans’ purchasing power, but residents of Southern states may be feeling the hit to their wallets more intensely than elsewhere. Merchant Maverick’s inaugural report, The 10 U.S. States Where Inflation Is Hitting Consumers The Hardest, looks not only at where inflation is rising the fastest, but how much existing factors within a given state may contribute to the stress on a household budget.

Which bank offers better business accounts & services, Wells Fargo or Chase business banking? Compare checking & savings options, fees, rates, & more here.

When selecting POS software for Mac, there are a few factors to consider. Not only should your software fit within your budget, but it should also be intuitive, easy to use (and teach to employees), and have the features you need to make business operations more efficient.

Most business credit card issuers require your SSN when you apply, as this allows them to perform a hard inquiry on your personal credit report and to establish the personal guarantee that most business credit cards require. However, in certain instances, it may be possible for you to obtain business credit without providing your SSN and avoid personal liability and a hard credit pull. This article will detail the circumstances in which you can apply for business credit cards with your EIN only.

Recently, Merchant Maverick sat down with $10K Opportunity Grant winner, Chef Joseph Fontelera, to discuss how his business has been faring since he received the grant money. Read on to learn more about Boonie Foods and its dual mission to introduce the delicious universe of Filipino cuisine to people who have never experienced those flavors before — and to be a taste of home for Filipino expatriates.

Thrift store POS software should have affordable monthly pricing, tablet-based hardware, and an intuitive interface. The POS should also include features like inventory, eCommerce, and loyalty. The best thrift store POS vendors are Square, Lightspeed, Clover, Shopify, Korona, and Loyverse.

The best type of bank account for a small business depends on what type of business it is. Banks that process many cash transactions will need a bank that accepts cash deposits, for instance. Look for a bank that offers integrations with software you already use, like your eCommerce platform and accounting software, too.