Small Business July 17, 2025
Main Street Meets Machine Learning: Inside the AI Productivity Boom at Small Businesses
Rather than replacing workers, many businesses are using AI to upskill staff, with just 5% cutting headcount.
Financial Reporting July 16, 2025
Xero Partners with Plaid for Bank Feed Access
The new Plaid bank feed options for U.S. customers will start to become available from late 2025, with a phased rollout designed to ensure a smooth and well-managed experience.
Small Business July 16, 2025
73% of Companies Increased Automation Spend in 2025, Nearly 40% Report at Least 25% Cost Reduction
But a majority of 61.3% admit their automation tools are underutilized due to fragmented strategies, siloed implementation and the need for a trusted orchestration partner.
Small Business July 16, 2025
Sage and Stripe Help Small Businesses Get Paid Faster with Tap to Pay
With Tap to Pay, payment is automatically applied to the invoice and reconciled in the customer’s accounts, removing the need for manual input, hardware like card readers and chasing for invoices.
General News July 15, 2025
Home Prices are Stalling Out, Says Report
The U.S. housing market is close to stalling out, with prices in more than half the country’s top 100 housing markets now below their peak, according to the latest data from Intercontinental Exchange.
Small Business July 15, 2025
Why SMBs Are in Danger of Losing the Risk Management Battle
Despite resource constraints, small and medium-sized businesses can take practical steps to improve their risk posture without breaking the bank.
Taxes July 15, 2025
Trump Tax Law Could Be to Blame If Your Employer Gets Rid of This Longstanding Office Perk
Beginning on Jan. 1, companies in the U.S. will no longer be able to deduct the cost of snacks, coffee or on-site lunches provided to workers, according to a provision in the "big, beautiful bill."
Advisory July 14, 2025
Business Owners Embrace AI and HR Involvement, but Strategic Gaps Persist
As business leaders navigate rising costs, shifting employee expectations and economic uncertainty, many are turning to artificial intelligence (AI) and human resources (HR) as strategic levers for support.
Small Business July 14, 2025
One Customer Service Slip Up Could Cost a Business Big
A customer support expert says one poor interaction can cost businesses thousands in lost revenue, damaged reputation, and operational disruption.
Small Business July 13, 2025
Retail Sales Slowed in June Over Tariff Concerns
“June’s numbers indicate that prolonged uncertainty surrounding the economy, tariffs and trade policy could be pushing consumers to adopt a ‘wait-and-see’ approach..."
Taxes July 11, 2025
IRS Provides Tax Relief to Kerr County After Deadly Texas Floods
Individuals and businesses in Kerr County, Texas, have until Feb. 2, 2026, to file various federal tax returns and make tax payments after flash floods hit the Texas Hill Country on the Fourth of July.
Taxes July 11, 2025
Trump Escalates Canada Trade Fight with 35% Tariff Threat
President Donald Trump threatened a 35% tariff on some Canadian goods and raised the prospect of increasing levies on most other countries.