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Melio Acquired by Xero: What Small Businesses Need to Know

Xero acquired Melio payments platform. Learn what this means for your business and explore alternatives with unlimited free ACH transfers.

Cash Flow vs Profit: What SMB Owners Need to Know

Learn the critical difference between cash flow vs profit and why cash flow often matters more for B2B businesses with large invoices.

How to Get Clients to Pay Faster: 8 Proven Strategies

Cut collection time in half with these 8 proven strategies for getting clients to pay faster. Includes real tactics for contractors, distributors & accountants.

What Is AB2991? California's New Alcohol Payment Law

Starting January 1, 2026, AB2991 requires electronic payments for beer, wine, and spirits in California. Learn who it affects, the 30- and 42-day deadlines, penalties, and how to prepare.

How to Market a Construction Supply Business: Blueprint for Growth

Marketing strategies for construction supply businesses. Build relationships, manage cash flow, and grow revenue in the physical economy.

Xero vs. Sage 50: Accounting & Payments Compared

Xero vs Sage: Compare ACH fees, payment tools, and accounting features and integrations to see which platform actually saves your business money.

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How to resolve disputes and stay out of court

How to resolve disputes and stay out of court

Disputes happen in construction, but court battles don’t have to. Learn how smart Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) clauses can save your building supply business time and money

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November 2025 What's New at Nickel

November 2025 What's New at Nickel

Nickel's November 2025 updates: sync with QuickBooks Desktop, automate workflows with API integrations, and send payments internationally.

October 2025 What's New at Nickel

October 2025 What's New at Nickel

Nickel's October 2025 updates: automatically save and charge payment methods, set up recurring invoices, and protect transactions with 3D Secure authentication.

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