https://getholdings.com/resources/blog Insights on business banking, accounting, bookkeeping, and financial management for small businesses and nonprofits. en-us Sat, 15 Aug 2026 17:11:21 GMT https://getholdings.com/logo.png https://getholdings.com/resources/blog https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/holdings-product-tour-video-walkthroughs https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/holdings-product-tour-video-walkthroughs Four short walkthroughs — homepage, invoicing, accounting, and the 55 free tools — narrated by Hayley from the Holdings product team. About 6 minutes end to end. Mon, 13 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) accounting https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/cpa-cost-tax-preparation https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/cpa-cost-tax-preparation What a CPA actually charges to prepare your taxes — average costs by form type, hourly vs. flat fee, the factors that move the price, and how clean books cut your bill. Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) tax-strategy https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/tax-write-off-meaning https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/tax-write-off-meaning A plain-English explanation of what a tax write-off is, the marginal-rate math behind it with worked examples, write-offs vs. credits, and the myths that cost people money. Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) tax-strategy https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/nonprofit-1099-rules https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/nonprofit-1099-rules Yes, nonprofits must issue 1099s. Here's the $600 threshold, 1099-NEC vs. 1099-MISC, common nonprofit cases, who does not get a 1099, the W-9 workflow, deadlines, and penalties. Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) nonprofits https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/types-of-nonprofits https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/types-of-nonprofits A full taxonomy of nonprofit types — every 501(c) category in one table, deep-dives on the common ones, which can receive tax-deductible donations, and how to choose the right status. Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) nonprofits https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/bookkeeping-software-guide https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/bookkeeping-software-guide Choosing bookkeeping software comes down to a handful of features: bank feeds, auto-categorization, reconciliation, reporting, and tax-readiness. This buyer's guide breaks down the categories, pricing tiers, and who each type is really for. Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) accounting https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/how-to-open-business-bank-account https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/how-to-open-business-bank-account Opening a business bank account is straightforward once you know what documents you need and how the application works. This step-by-step guide covers requirements by entity type, online vs. traditional, common rejection reasons, and timelines. Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) banking https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/ecommerce-tax-guide https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/ecommerce-tax-guide E-commerce taxes are more complex than income tax alone: economic sales tax nexus across states, marketplace facilitator laws, 1099-K forms, inventory and COGS, and quarterly estimates. Here's what online sellers actually need to track and file. Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) industry-finance https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/profit-first-small-business-playbook https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/profit-first-small-business-playbook The Profit First method in plain English: how to split your revenue across multiple bank accounts so profit and taxes are never a surprise. Includes allocation percentages, a copy-ready account diagram, and variants for contractors, freelancers, restaurants, ecommerce, and nonprofits. Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) financial-planning https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/profit-first-for-contractors https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/profit-first-for-contractors Contractors live and die by job costs. Here's how to adapt the Profit First method with a dedicated Materials & Job-Costs account so material bills never eat your profit or your tax money. Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) industry-finance https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/profit-first-for-freelancers https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/profit-first-for-freelancers Freelance income is a rollercoaster and taxes are the surprise at the bottom. Here's a taxes-first Profit First setup that smooths irregular income and pays you a real, predictable salary. Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) professional-services https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/profit-first-for-restaurants https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/profit-first-for-restaurants Restaurant margins are razor-thin and cash moves daily. Here's a Profit First system with food-cost, labor, and overhead sub-accounts that keeps a profit even when every point counts. Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) industry-finance https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/profit-first-for-ecommerce https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/profit-first-for-ecommerce Ecommerce sellers confuse revenue with real revenue and go broke growing. Here's a Profit First system with a dedicated Inventory account so COGS never disguises a loss as a win. Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) industry-finance https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/profit-first-for-nonprofits https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/profit-first-for-nonprofits Nonprofits don't keep profit, but they must build reserves. Here's how to adapt Profit First — reframing profit as an operating reserve — with program, admin, and operating funds that respect fund accounting. Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) nonprofit-finance https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/how-many-bank-accounts-small-business https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/how-many-bank-accounts-small-business Most small businesses run on one checking account and get blindsided by taxes and cash-flow gaps. Here's how many bank accounts you actually need, the five-account structure that fixes it, and when to add job-cost, inventory, or payroll accounts. Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) banking https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/ai-tools-for-small-business https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/ai-tools-for-small-business A function-by-function roundup of the AI tools small businesses actually use to save time and money — bookkeeping, invoicing, marketing, hiring, and support — with real prompts and workflows. Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) financial-planning https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/how-to-make-money-with-ai https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/how-to-make-money-with-ai Nine concrete AI side businesses you can actually start, what to charge, and the practical steps to invoice clients and collect payment so the money reaches your account. Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) financial-planning https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/how-to-accept-payments-with-ai https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/how-to-accept-payments-with-ai How to set up online payments for your business and use AI to draft invoices, chase late payers, and shorten the time between doing the work and getting paid. Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) invoicing https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/how-to-hire-with-ai https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/how-to-hire-with-ai A practical, prompt-driven process for hiring with AI: writing job descriptions that attract the right people, screening resumes fairly, and running structured interviews. Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) professional-services https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/how-to-get-noticed-locally-with-ai https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/how-to-get-noticed-locally-with-ai A practical AI local-marketing playbook: rank in local search, respond to reviews, and post consistently — with tailored tactics for restaurants, barbershops, painters, cleaners, and salons. Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) professional-services https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/how-to-do-bookkeeping-with-ai https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/how-to-do-bookkeeping-with-ai The practical AI bookkeeping workflow: connect your accounts, auto-categorize transactions, reconcile, and generate reports — plus how to keep a human in the loop. Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) bookkeeping https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/how-to-prep-1099s-with-ai https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/how-to-prep-1099s-with-ai 1099 season doesn't have to be a scramble. Here's a step-by-step, AI-assisted workflow to identify who needs a 1099, collect W-9s early, reconcile contractor payments, and file before the deadline. Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) tax-strategy https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/how-to-write-grant-applications-with-ai https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/how-to-write-grant-applications-with-ai AI won't win the grant for you, but it can cut your writing time in half and sharpen every section. Here's a step-by-step workflow for using AI to draft needs statements, program narratives, budgets, and outcomes — while keeping your nonprofit's authentic voice. Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) nonprofit-finance https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/best-pos-systems-small-business https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/best-pos-systems-small-business An honest, money-first comparison of the top small-business POS systems (Square, Toast, Clover, Shopify POS, Lightspeed) and how to record processing fees so your books stay clean. Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) financial-planning https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/best-payment-processors-small-business https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/best-payment-processors-small-business A money-first comparison of Stripe, Square, PayPal, Helcim, and Holdings payments, with real effective-rate math and how each processor affects your bookkeeping. Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) invoicing https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/best-accounting-software-small-business https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/best-accounting-software-small-business A candid comparison of the top small-business accounting tools — Holdings' built-in accounting, QuickBooks, Xero, Wave, and FreshBooks — with the money angle front and center. Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) accounting https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/best-free-tools-for-freelancers https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/best-free-tools-for-freelancers A curated, money-first list of the best free tools for freelancers and new business owners: invoicing, expense tracking, rate calculation, and tax prep. Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) professional-services https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/home-office-setup-tax-deductible-gear https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/home-office-setup-tax-deductible-gear A gear list for your home office built entirely around the tax angle: what desk, chair, keyboard, monitor, and webcam purchases you can deduct, and how to record them. Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) expense-management https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/home-office-setup-guide https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/home-office-setup-guide A practical home office setup guide organized by what you actually do — consulting, trades admin, ecommerce fulfillment, or a creative studio — with gear lists, layouts, budgets, and tax notes. Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) professional-services https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/optimize-your-home-business https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/optimize-your-home-business The umbrella guide to running a home business well — the four levers of systems, space, money, and time — with a checklist and links to the deeper playbooks for each. Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) starting-a-business https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/best-zoom-backgrounds-what-they-say https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/best-zoom-backgrounds-what-they-say A guide to choosing the best Zoom background for the impression you want to make, plus the video-call setup — lighting, camera, audio — that matters far more than the wallpaper behind you. Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) professional-services https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/what-to-wear-working-from-home https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/what-to-wear-working-from-home A context-based guide to work from home outfits — what to wear for focused solo work, client video calls, and high-stakes pitches — so your clothes support your focus and your credibility. Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) professional-services https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/how-to-interview-employees-and-contractors https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/how-to-interview-employees-and-contractors Most small business owners interview on gut feel and regret it. Here's a structured framework: the questions that predict performance, the red flags to watch, and how interviewing a contractor differs from hiring an employee. Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) professional-services https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/how-to-choose-where-and-how-you-work https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/how-to-choose-where-and-how-you-work Where you work affects your costs, your taxes, your focus, and your growth. Here's a real cost breakdown of home office vs coworking vs renting an office — plus a decision framework and the deduction angle on each. Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) starting-a-business https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/design-your-life-and-work https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/design-your-life-and-work Most owners build a business that quietly takes over their life. This is the opposite approach: start from the life you want, then design the business — time, money, energy, and the systems that protect all three. Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) financial-planning https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/who-gets-a-1099 https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/who-gets-a-1099 A clear decision guide for which vendors and contractors need a 1099-NEC: the $600 threshold, the corporation and credit-card exceptions, and a copy-ready flowchart so you can decide each payee in seconds. Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) tax-strategy https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/what-is-a-w9-and-how-to-fill-it-out https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/what-is-a-w9-and-how-to-fill-it-out A plain-English guide to IRS Form W-9: what it is, why you're being asked for one, and a line-by-line walkthrough of how to fill it out correctly — plus how businesses should collect and store W-9s from contractors. Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) tax-strategy https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/1099-deadlines-and-filing-requirements https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/1099-deadlines-and-filing-requirements The complete 1099 filing calendar: when to send copies to recipients, when to file with the IRS, the electronic-filing threshold, state requirements, and the penalties for missing each deadline. Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) tax-strategy https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/1099-nec-vs-1099-misc https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/1099-nec-vs-1099-misc Since 2020, contractor pay moved from the 1099-MISC to the 1099-NEC — and mixing them up is a common error. Here's exactly which payments go on each form and how to file the right one. Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) tax-strategy https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/how-to-pay-independent-contractors https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/how-to-pay-independent-contractors Paying contractors is more than sending money — do it wrong and you create a tax-season mess or a misclassification risk. Here's the correct process: collect a W-9 first, choose the right payment method, keep clean records, and stay compliant. Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) tax-strategy https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/what-is-backup-withholding https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/what-is-backup-withholding Backup withholding is a 24% tax a business must withhold from certain payments when a payee's tax info is missing or wrong. Here's when it applies, how it works, and how to avoid triggering it. Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) tax-strategy https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/what-is-fund-accounting https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/what-is-fund-accounting Fund accounting tracks money by purpose, not just profit. Here is exactly what it is, why nonprofits and governments use it, and how it works — without the jargon. Mon, 29 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) nonprofit-finance https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/construction-invoicing-guide https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/construction-invoicing-guide How to invoice for construction work: what goes on a professional construction invoice, payment terms that actually get you paid, common mistakes, and the one change that cuts payment time from 30+ days to under 48 hours. Wed, 24 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) invoicing https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/qr-code-payments-guide https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/qr-code-payments-guide How QR code payments work, who they're best for, what they cost compared to Square, Stripe, and PayPal, and how to set one up for free with Holdings. Wed, 24 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) invoicing https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/quote-vs-invoice https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/quote-vs-invoice A quote is a proposal sent before work starts; an invoice is a payment request sent after. Here's the difference, when to use each, and how they work together in a simple client billing flow. Wed, 24 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) invoicing https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/14-nonprofits-doing-remarkable-work https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/14-nonprofits-doing-remarkable-work A celebration of fourteen verified nonprofits on the Holdings platform — organizations recovering missing U.S. service members, teaching kids who learn differently, feeding families in Haiti, and keeping people and their pets together. Thu, 11 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) nonprofits https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/nonprofit-spotlight-superfrens-archaeology https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/nonprofit-spotlight-superfrens-archaeology Nearly 81,000 U.S. service members remain unaccounted for from past conflicts. SuperFrens Archaeology — a Colorado nonprofit of archaeologists, veterans, and volunteers — works to bring them home. Thu, 11 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) nonprofits https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/nonprofit-spotlight-uncharted-academy https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/nonprofit-spotlight-uncharted-academy Founded by teachers and a homeschool parent, Uncharted Academy serves around 59 home-educated K-12 students in Northeast Florida with multisensory, Orton-Gillingham-informed instruction — and parents say it's changed their kids' lives. Thu, 11 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) nonprofits https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/nonprofit-spotlight-we-the-gente https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/nonprofit-spotlight-we-the-gente We The Gente has served 776+ families across 21 Southeast Minnesota communities with bilingual resource navigation, emergency stabilization, and a connected pipeline toward economic mobility. Thu, 11 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) nonprofits https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/how-to-create-invoice-small-business https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/how-to-create-invoice-small-business Step-by-step guide to creating professional invoices for your small business. Includes free invoice generator, payment terms explained, tax considerations, common mistakes, and templates by business type. Thu, 21 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) invoicing https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/how-to-calculate-payroll-small-business https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/how-to-calculate-payroll-small-business Step-by-step payroll calculation guide for small businesses in 2026. Covers gross pay, FICA, federal and state taxes, pre-tax and post-tax deductions, net pay, and common mistakes to avoid. Thu, 21 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) guides https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/starting-a-business-complete-guide https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/starting-a-business-complete-guide Everything first-time business owners need to know — from choosing an LLC vs S-Corp to setting up finances, putting in your own money. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) starting-a-business https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/how-to-start-nonprofit-complete-guide https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/how-to-start-nonprofit-complete-guide Step-by-step guide to starting a nonprofit — from choosing between 501(c)(3) vs fiscal sponsorship to filing for tax-exempt status, building your board. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) starting-a-nonprofit https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/llc-vs-scorp-vs-sole-prop-decision-framework https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/llc-vs-scorp-vs-sole-prop-decision-framework Stop guessing. Use this decision framework with real tax math to choose between LLC, S-Corp, Sole Proprietorship, and C-Corp. Includes cost comparisons. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) starting-a-business https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/1099-vs-w2-worker-classification-guide https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/1099-vs-w2-worker-classification-guide Understand the real difference between 1099 contractors and W-2 employees — IRS classification rules, tax implications for both sides. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) tax-strategy https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/small-business-tax-deductions-complete-guide https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/small-business-tax-deductions-complete-guide The full list of small business tax deductions for 2026 — organized by category with actual dollar limits, IRS rules. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) tax-strategy https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/quarterly-estimated-taxes-guide https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/quarterly-estimated-taxes-guide Step-by-step guide to quarterly estimated taxes — who needs to pay, how to calculate the right amount, two methods to avoid penalties. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) tax-strategy https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/how-to-build-business-credit-guide https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/how-to-build-business-credit-guide Build business credit from scratch with this step-by-step plan. Covers DUNS number, PAYDEX score, trade references, business credit cards. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) financial-planning https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/small-business-bookkeeping-diy-guide https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/small-business-bookkeeping-diy-guide Learn how to do your own bookkeeping — chart of accounts setup, daily/weekly/monthly routines, cash vs accrual, and when to hire help. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) bookkeeping https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/how-to-read-balance-sheet-guide https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/how-to-read-balance-sheet-guide Learn to read your balance sheet in plain English — assets, liabilities, equity explained with real numbers from a real small business. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) bookkeeping https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/how-to-accept-credit-card-payments-guide https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/how-to-accept-credit-card-payments-guide Compare the real costs of accepting credit cards — Square vs Stripe vs traditional processors. Fee structures explained, hidden costs exposed. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) invoicing https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/how-to-start-an-llc-state-guide https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/how-to-start-an-llc-state-guide Start your LLC the right way. Step-by-step process, costs for all 50 states ($40–$500), operating agreements, EIN, and bank account setup. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) banking https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/home-office-tax-deduction-guide https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/home-office-tax-deduction-guide Calculate your home office tax deduction using simplified or regular method. Real math examples, qualification rules, and audit-proof tips for 2026. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) tax-strategy https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/self-employment-tax-guide https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/self-employment-tax-guide Self-employment tax is 15.3% on your net earnings. Learn how it's calculated, how S-Corp election can save you thousands, and how to reduce what you owe. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) tax-strategy https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/how-to-get-ein-business https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/how-to-get-ein-business Get your EIN in 10 minutes — free, online, from the IRS. Exact questions they ask, common mistakes, and what to do right after you get it. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) starting-a-business https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/bookkeeper-cost-2026 https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/bookkeeper-cost-2026 Bookkeeper costs range from $20/hr (freelance) to $65K/yr (in-house). Compare freelance, firm, online, and AI bookkeeping pricing for your business. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) accounting https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/how-to-categorize-business-expenses https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/how-to-categorize-business-expenses Learn to categorize business expenses using IRS Schedule C categories. Includes cheat sheet, real transaction examples, and auto-categorization tips. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) expense-management https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/break-even-analysis-guide-calculator https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/break-even-analysis-guide-calculator Learn break-even analysis with real examples. Calculate when your business becomes profitable using our free worksheet and step-by-step formula. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) banking https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/boi-reporting-guide-businesses https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/boi-reporting-guide-businesses Beneficial Ownership Information reporting is required for most LLCs and corporations. Learn who files, deadlines, exemptions, and how to avoid penalties. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) compliance https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/owner-investment-in-business-accounting-tax-guide https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/owner-investment-in-business-accounting-tax-guide Learn the three ways to invest your own money into your business — equity contributions, owner loans, and capital contributions. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) bookkeeping https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/choosing-business-partner-financial-guide https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/choosing-business-partner-financial-guide The financial conversations you need to have before partnering up — equity splits, compensation, spending authority, exit strategies. 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Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) financial-planning https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/how-to-form-nonprofit-board-of-directors https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/how-to-form-nonprofit-board-of-directors Learn how to form an effective nonprofit board with legal requirements, roles, and governance best practices. Includes board formation kit download. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) starting-a-nonprofit https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/nonprofit-bylaws-template-guide https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/nonprofit-bylaws-template-guide Get a complete nonprofit bylaws template with clause-by-clause explanations. Learn which clauses matter most and avoid common mistakes. 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Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) starting-a-nonprofit https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/best-high-yield-business-savings-accounts-2026 https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/best-high-yield-business-savings-accounts-2026 Compare the best high-yield business savings accounts for 2026 — Holdings (1.75% APY), Bluevine (2.0%), Relay, Mercury, and more. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) financial-planning https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/business-expense-tracking-complete-guide https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/business-expense-tracking-complete-guide Build a simple expense tracking system that catches every deduction and survives an IRS audit. Includes the top 10 deductions by dollar amount. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) expense-management https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/cash-flow-forecasting-guide https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/cash-flow-forecasting-guide Learn how to build a 13-week cash flow forecast that prevents cash crunches before they happen. Includes the cash flow waterfall method, stress testing. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) financial-planning https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/church-accounting-complete-guide https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/church-accounting-complete-guide Everything pastors and treasurers need to know about church accounting — fund accounting, designated gifts, pastor payroll, internal controls. 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Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) industry-finance https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/content-creator-finances-guide https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/content-creator-finances-guide The complete financial guide for content creators. Covers income tracking across platforms, creator-specific tax deductions, quarterly estimated taxes. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) industry-finance https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/fiscal-sponsorship-explained-guide https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/fiscal-sponsorship-explained-guide Learn how fiscal sponsorship works, the difference between Model A and Model B, typical costs (5-10% admin fees), how to find a sponsor. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) starting-a-nonprofit https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/form-990-complete-guide-nonprofits https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/form-990-complete-guide-nonprofits Everything nonprofits need to know about Form 990 — who must file, which version, deadlines, the most important sections, common mistakes. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) compliance https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/how-to-create-business-budget-guide https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/how-to-create-business-budget-guide A practical guide to building a business budget that actually works. Includes the 50/30/20 framework for business, zero-based budgeting. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) financial-planning https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/nonprofit-accounting-setup-guide-day-one https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/nonprofit-accounting-setup-guide-day-one Set up nonprofit accounting right from day one — fund accounting basics, chart of accounts template, software comparison, internal controls. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) nonprofit-finance https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/nonprofit-financial-management-complete-guide https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/nonprofit-financial-management-complete-guide Move your nonprofit from financial survival mode to long-term sustainability. Covers reserves, revenue diversification, board reporting, audits. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) nonprofit-finance https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/nonprofit-grant-management-guide https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/nonprofit-grant-management-guide The complete guide to managing grants after you receive them — agreement review, financial tracking, compliance, reporting. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) nonprofit-finance https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/profit-margins-by-industry-benchmarks https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/profit-margins-by-industry-benchmarks Gross, net, and operating profit margin benchmarks for 25+ industries in 2026. Learn what healthy margins look like for your business. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) financial-planning https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/small-business-banking-101-complete-guide https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/small-business-banking-101-complete-guide Everything you need to know about business banking — why you need a separate account, what to look for, traditional banks vs fintech, common mistakes. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) starting-a-business https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/small-business-financial-planning-guide https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/small-business-financial-planning-guide Learn how to build a real financial plan for your small business — from the 4 financial statements you need to understand, to setting goals. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) financial-planning https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/accrual-vs-cash-basis-accounting https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/accrual-vs-cash-basis-accounting Understand the real difference between accrual and cash basis accounting — with identical transaction examples, IRS rules on who must use accrual. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) bookkeeping https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/annual-business-filing-requirements-state-guide https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/annual-business-filing-requirements-state-guide Annual report due dates and costs for all 50 states + DC with deadline reminders. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) compliance https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/business-bank-account-multiple-owners https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/business-bank-account-multiple-owners Everything you need to open and manage a business bank account with multiple owners — what banks require, signer authority levels, spending controls. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) starting-a-business https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/business-emergency-fund-guide https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/business-emergency-fund-guide Calculate your target emergency fund, build a savings plan, and use our decision framework for when to tap it. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) financial-planning https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/business-insurance-types-guide https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/business-insurance-types-guide Every type of business insurance explained with real costs — general liability, professional liability, BOP, workers comp, cyber liability, and more. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) compliance https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/business-license-requirements-by-state-industry https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/business-license-requirements-by-state-industry Federal, state, and local business licenses explained by industry. Covers food, construction, healthcare, finance, transportation. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) starting-a-business https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/business-meal-deduction-rules-2026 https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/business-meal-deduction-rules-2026 The complete guide to business meal deductions in 2026 — what's 50% deductible, what's 100%, what's not deductible at all. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) tax-strategy https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/business-mileage-tracking-irs-guide https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/business-mileage-tracking-irs-guide Everything you need to know about the IRS mileage deduction — standard vs actual expenses, what counts as business mileage, tracking requirements. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) tax-strategy https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/business-record-retention-guide https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/business-record-retention-guide Know exactly which business records to keep, how long the IRS requires you to store them, and the best ways to organize digital and physical documents. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) compliance https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/business-savings-vs-money-market https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/business-savings-vs-money-market Compare business savings accounts and money market accounts side by side — rates, liquidity, minimums, FDIC coverage, and when to use each. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) financial-planning https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/business-travel-expenses-deduction-guide https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/business-travel-expenses-deduction-guide Master business travel tax deductions — transportation, lodging, meals, incidentals. Learn IRS rules for combining business and personal travel. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) tax-strategy https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/creative-agency-financial-playbook https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/creative-agency-financial-playbook Financial management guide for creative agencies. Covers utilization rates, project profitability tracking, scope creep prevention. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) industry-finance https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/donor-management-small-nonprofits-guide https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/donor-management-small-nonprofits-guide Complete guide to donor management for small nonprofits. Covers the donor lifecycle, database setup, acknowledgment best practices. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) nonprofit-finance https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/employee-reimbursement-policy-guide https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/employee-reimbursement-policy-guide How to create a compliant employee reimbursement policy. Covers IRS accountable plan rules, what to reimburse, per diem, state requirements (CA, IL). Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) expense-management https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/freelance-contract-essentials-guide https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/freelance-contract-essentials-guide Every clause your freelance contract needs — scope, payment terms, kill fees, IP ownership, and more. Includes a free customizable contract template. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) invoicing https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/how-to-handle-late-payments-guide https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/how-to-handle-late-payments-guide A complete playbook for getting paid — prevention strategies, follow-up scripts for every stage (day 1 to day 90+), late fee rules by state. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) invoicing https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/how-to-price-your-services-guide https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/how-to-price-your-services-guide Learn cost-plus and value-based pricing, calculate your minimum rate, escape the hourly trap, use pricing psychology, raise prices confidently. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) invoicing https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/how-to-read-cash-flow-statement https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/how-to-read-cash-flow-statement Annotated example cash flow statement with line-by-line explanations plus a key ratios worksheet. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) financial-planning https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/how-to-register-business-name-dba https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/how-to-register-business-name-dba Learn when you need a DBA, how to file one in your state, what it costs ($10-100), and why your bank account depends on it. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) starting-a-business https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/manage-multiple-business-bank-accounts https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/manage-multiple-business-bank-accounts Why multiple business bank accounts make sense, how to set them up, the profit-first method, automating transfers, reconciling across accounts. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) financial-planning https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/net-30-60-90-payment-terms-guide https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/net-30-60-90-payment-terms-guide Understand payment terms, early payment discounts, how terms affect cash flow, when to offer credit vs. require upfront payment. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) invoicing https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/nonprofit-articles-of-incorporation-guide https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/nonprofit-articles-of-incorporation-guide Everything you need to draft nonprofit articles of incorporation that satisfy IRS 501(c)(3) requirements. Includes required clauses. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) starting-a-nonprofit https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/nonprofit-audit-preparation-guide https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/nonprofit-audit-preparation-guide Prepare for your nonprofit's financial audit with a clear step-by-step process. Covers when audits are required, how to choose an auditor, PBC lists. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) nonprofit-finance https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/nonprofit-board-financial-responsibilities-guide https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/nonprofit-board-financial-responsibilities-guide What every nonprofit board member needs to know about financial oversight. Covers fiduciary duties, reading financial statements, the finance committee. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) nonprofit-finance https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/nonprofit-budgeting-board-approved https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/nonprofit-budgeting-board-approved Step-by-step guide to building a nonprofit budget your board will actually approve. Covers restricted funds, functional expense allocation. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) nonprofit-finance https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/nonprofit-cash-reserve-policy-guide https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/nonprofit-cash-reserve-policy-guide Learn how much your nonprofit should hold in cash reserves, how to build them without guilt, and get a board-ready reserve policy template. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) nonprofit-finance https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/nonprofit-fundraising-basics-guide https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/nonprofit-fundraising-basics-guide Learn how to raise money for your nonprofit — individual donors, grants, events, corporate sponsors, recurring giving, and IRS acknowledgment rules. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) starting-a-nonprofit https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/payroll-taxes-small-business-guide https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/payroll-taxes-small-business-guide Understand employer vs employee payroll tax obligations — FICA, FUTA, state unemployment, withholding, deposit schedules, forms, penalties. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) tax-strategy https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/prepare-financial-statements-small-business https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/prepare-financial-statements-small-business Learn how to create the three core financial statements — P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow — when you need each one, how to read them together. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) bookkeeping https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/property-management-accounting-guide https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/property-management-accounting-guide Build financial systems that actually work for rental properties — per-property P&L tracking, trust account compliance, rent rolls. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) industry-finance https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/real-estate-agent-bookkeeping-guide https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/real-estate-agent-bookkeeping-guide Commission log, agent-specific expense categories, and quarterly tax estimator. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) industry-finance https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/restaurant-accounting-financial-guide https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/restaurant-accounting-financial-guide Daily sales tracker, food cost calculator, prime cost worksheet, and weekly P&L template designed for restaurants. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) industry-finance https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/saas-financial-metrics-founders-guide https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/saas-financial-metrics-founders-guide Monthly metrics tracker with formulas for MRR, churn, LTV, CAC, Rule of 40, and Net Revenue Retention. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) industry-finance https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/sales-tax-small-business-guide https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/sales-tax-small-business-guide Understand sales tax nexus, collection rules, filing frequency, marketplace facilitator laws, exemption certificates, and multi-state compliance. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) tax-strategy https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/small-business-compliance-checklist-2026 https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/small-business-compliance-checklist-2026 Every compliance requirement your small business faces in 2026 — federal taxes, BOI reporting, state filings, local permits, industry-specific rules. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) compliance https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/when-to-hire-a-bookkeeper https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/when-to-hire-a-bookkeeper Is it time to hire a bookkeeper? Here are 7 clear signs you've outgrown DIY bookkeeping — plus the real cost comparison, what to hand off first. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) bookkeeping https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/when-to-hire-first-employee-financial-guide https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/when-to-hire-first-employee-financial-guide Revenue threshold calculator, true cost worksheet, and pre-hire compliance checklist to make sure you're ready. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) financial-planning https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/wire-transfer-vs-ach-business https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/wire-transfer-vs-ach-business Wire transfers vs ACH payments explained for business owners — speed, cost, security, when to use each, and how Holdings handles ACH. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) starting-a-business https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/ai-bookkeeping-guide https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/ai-bookkeeping-guide How AI bookkeeping automates transaction categorization, reconciliation, and reporting. Compares the best AI bookkeeping tools for small businesses, freelancers, and nonprofits in 2026. Fri, 27 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) accounting https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/ach-payment-processing-guide https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/ach-payment-processing-guide ACH limits, fees, and processing times compared across major banks. Practical setup guide for small business ACH payment processing in 2026. Fri, 27 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) banking https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/501c3-bank-account-requirements https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/501c3-bank-account-requirements Everything you need to open a bank account for your 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Required documents, EIN process, the step-by-step opening flow, and how to choose the right bank for your organization. Fri, 27 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) nonprofits https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/accounting-for-consulting-firms https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/accounting-for-consulting-firms Most consulting firms start with a spreadsheet and a prayer. This guide covers how accounting actually works for consulting firms — from chart of accounts to revenue recognition to the reporting that matters. Thu, 26 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) professional-services https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/entity-level-reporting-for-businesses https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/entity-level-reporting-for-businesses If you manage more than one business entity, you already know the reporting problem. Entity-level reporting solves this. Here's what it is, who needs it, and how to set it up. Thu, 26 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) accounting https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/business-debit-cards-guide https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/business-debit-cards-guide A business debit card is one of those things you don't think about until it creates a problem. This guide covers everything small business owners need to know about business debit cards. Thu, 26 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) banking https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/best-free-nonprofit-accounting-software https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/best-free-nonprofit-accounting-software We tested every free nonprofit accounting tool. Here's what's actually free, what has hidden costs, and which one fits your org. Updated March 2026. Mon, 16 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Mahalia Thomas) nonprofits https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/bank-with-built-in-accounting https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/bank-with-built-in-accounting The old model of juggling a bank, QuickBooks, and a bookkeeper is breaking. Here's what built-in accounting means, how it works, and whether it's right for your business. Mon, 16 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) accounting https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/best-bank-accounts-for-nonprofits-2026 https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/best-bank-accounts-for-nonprofits-2026 We compared 7 nonprofit bank accounts on fees, interest rates, FDIC coverage, and fund tracking. See which ones offer $0 monthly fees, 2%+ APY, and built-in bookkeeping for 501(c)(3) organizations. Mon, 16 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) nonprofits https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/free-business-checking-accounts-no-fees-2026 https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/free-business-checking-accounts-no-fees-2026 We compared 7 genuinely free business checking accounts — $0 monthly fees, no minimum balances, no gotchas. See which ones earn interest, offer free wires, and include built-in bookkeeping. Mon, 16 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) banking https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/quickbooks-alternatives-2026 https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/quickbooks-alternatives-2026 Tired of QuickBooks price hikes? We compared 7 real alternatives — from free options to bank-integrated platforms — to find the best QuickBooks replacement for small businesses, freelancers, and nonprofits in 2026. Mon, 16 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) accounting https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/chart-of-accounts-setup-guide-small-business https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/chart-of-accounts-setup-guide-small-business Your chart of accounts is the foundation of your bookkeeping. Get it right from the start and everything else — reports, taxes, audits — gets easier. Here's exactly how to set one up, with templates for different business types. 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Mon, 02 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Hunter Davis) nonprofits https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/complete-guide-nonprofit-banking-2026 https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/complete-guide-nonprofit-banking-2026 Everything nonprofits need to open a bank account in 2026: required documents (EIN, bylaws, board resolution), fee comparisons, FDIC coverage options, and how to choose between online banks, credit unions, and community banks. Wed, 28 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) nonprofits https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/best-bank-accounts-for-small-nonprofits https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/best-bank-accounts-for-small-nonprofits Banks that waive fees for nonprofits — compared for 2026. No minimum balance, full ACH, fund tracking, and free checking for 501(c)(3) organizations. Thu, 22 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) nonprofits https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/nonprofit-accounting-software-vs-spreadsheets https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/nonprofit-accounting-software-vs-spreadsheets Spreadsheets worked when you had one grant and a volunteer treasurer. As your nonprofit grows, they become a liability. Here's when to make the switch and what to look for. Tue, 20 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Mahalia Thomas) nonprofits https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/how-to-switch-business-banks-without-disruption https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/how-to-switch-business-banks-without-disruption Switching banks sounds painful. It doesn't have to be. Here's a step-by-step plan that keeps your cash flowing, your vendors paid, and your team happy during the transition. 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Mon, 05 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Mahalia Thomas) accounting https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/why-your-business-checking-should-earn-interest https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/why-your-business-checking-should-earn-interest Most business checking accounts pay nothing. Banks keep the yield for themselves. Here's how the model works, what you're actually losing, and what alternatives exist. Wed, 18 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) banking https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/accounting-essentials-consulting-firms https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/accounting-essentials-consulting-firms Revenue recognition, project profitability, contractor management, and tax planning. The four accounting pillars that separate thriving consulting firms from struggling ones. Thu, 12 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Mahalia Thomas) professional-services https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/banking-for-law-firms-trust-accounts-and-compliance https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/banking-for-law-firms-trust-accounts-and-compliance Law firms face unique banking requirements around client fund segregation, compliance reporting, and fiduciary obligations. Here's how to stay compliant while modernizing your banking. Thu, 05 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Hunter Davis) professional-services https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/fdic-insurance-explained-for-business-owners https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/fdic-insurance-explained-for-business-owners Most business owners know FDIC insurance exists. Few understand the limits, the gaps, and the options for protecting deposits above $250,000. Here's what actually matters. Mon, 25 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Jason Garcia) banking https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/bookkeeping-vs-accounting-what-your-business-needs https://getholdings.com/resources/blog/bookkeeping-vs-accounting-what-your-business-needs Bookkeeping records what happened. Accounting tells you what it means. Most small businesses need both, but understanding the difference helps you invest in the right things at the right time. Fri, 15 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMT support@getholdings.com (Mahalia Thomas) accounting