Accounting, bookkeeping, and tax tips to help you understand your small business finances.

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How to Calculate & Pay Estimated Taxes (Free Calculator)

Having to calculate and pay estimated quarterly taxes four times a year may seem like a chore. But it can actually ease your burden come tax time.

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Tax Tips

When Are Estimated Tax Payments Due in 2022?

While most employees file taxes once per year, as a small business owner, you make more frequent payments to the IRS.

Bench News

Bench is Launching an App in the New Stripe App Marketplace

We’ve teamed up with Stripe to create a brand new app that integrates the best of Bench with the power of Stripe.

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Accounting

Owner’s Draw vs. Salary: How to Pay Yourself

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Accounting

How to Pay Yourself From an LLC [2022 Guide]

When it comes to taxes, LLCs are shapeshifters. Learn the right way to pay yourself, depending on your business structure.

Bookkeeping

Why Bench is Better Than QuickBooks for Amazon Sellers

Bench offers more comprehensive bookkeeping, accounting, and tax support to Amazon sellers than DIY accounting solutions like QuickBooks.

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Operations

Find the Right Mentor and Grow Your Small Business

Finding a mentor on your own can be tricky. If you’re not sure where to start, we have some ideas.

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Operations

9 Ecommerce Business Hacks for Peak Efficiency

Business hacks are tips and tricks that help business owners and managers do more with limited resources. Find business hacks for ecommerce here.

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