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Not all features in an accounting app fit neatly into what are traditionally considered to be “core accounting.” Because software allows us to add extra perks to anything we build, it’s difficult to know which features are convenient and which are “core”, or necessary to be considered accounting software. What are Non-core Accounting Features? One […]

At ZipBooks we’re very interested in helping our users get paid faster. That’s not just faster than someone else or faster than they’ve gotten paid before, we’re pushing the envelope to see what payment terms an invoice should have to get you paid the fastest way possible, period. We looked over lots of research in […]

So, your business has hit the ground running with a great product or service? Fantastic! Now you’re looking to make a bigger splash with your online presence. The best websites create ripple effects with attractive websites. Not quite a tidal wave, but something to make users relaxed as they use it. But what makes a […]

In the highly-litigious society we live in today, forgetting to create a terms and conditions page is probably not a good idea. In almost any sort of business transaction, provider and consumer enter into a kind of contract. For instance, consider what happens when you buy something at the supermarket. The price listed on the […]

Businesses that offer memberships or subscriptions need a reliable, convenient recurring billing system. You don’t want your staff wasting time entering card details every month to charge your customers. However, recurring billing is not as easy as taking customers’ card information and saving it on your computer. Let’s take a look at how you can […]

Understanding all of the paperwork you need to file for your new business can be a little confusing at first. And if you’re a business that deals with physical inventory, you’ll likely be juggling both purchase orders and invoices—but what exactly is the difference between the two? In this post, we’ll explain how each is […]

You may think to yourself, “I’ve already read an article about the importance of client communication. We know how important it is in business.” But unless customer communication comes naturally, it’s something you always have to keep working at. Even if you are a client whisperer, there’s always more to be learned from others’ experiences. […]

One of the first things you should consider as a new business owner is cash vs accrual. how to handle your business’ cash flow. And when it comes to business accounting, one of the most important things to consider is how you plan to file taxes. Whether you choose to hire a CPA or do […]

Hi! I’m Meg, and I’m self-employed. Confession time: I recently did something pretty awful. I read everything I could find about the 1099 form on the IRS’s website. I kind of had to because, for me, tax time is a bit trickier than just including submitting my standard W-2 forms. To avoid being penalized, I […]

The ZipBooks Scholarship Program (ZSP) supports educational development for promising students enrolled in higher education. The ZSP recognizes that, in some cases, institutions of higher learning are not structured to support independent learning to the degree sought by students. Students rarely have a complete picture of career options open to them upon graduation. The ZSP […]