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We’re passionate about making spend management, expense management, and expense reports better — and we’re also passionate about building a great company where shit gets done and team members love what they do. Read about what we’ve learned in the process of building both an innovative culture and a ground-breaking financial management app.

Alternative financing options for your small business

Alternative financing options for your small business

When managing a small business, ensuring a healthy cash flow is crucial for day-to-day operations and long-term growth. Alternative financing can be a valuable lifeline, offering options beyond traditional bank loans or credit lines that can significantly improve cash flow. This post explores various alternative financing solutions that can help you maintain financial flexibility and support your business's growth, allowing you to navigate through economic challenges more effectively.

Automation for small business: streamlining success

Automation for small business: streamlining success

In today's fast-paced business world, small businesses are continually seeking ways to enhance efficiency and stay competitive. Scratch that, automation is needed to stay alive these days.  The first and foremost important piece lies in embracing automation, especially in crucial areas such as expense reporting, accounting, and back office work.

Six benefits of outsourcing accounting for small businesses in 2024

Six benefits of outsourcing accounting for small businesses in 2024

We used outsourced accountants for the first 12 years of Expensify’s life (from $0 in revenue to over $100mm). To this day, we still outsource certain aspects of our accounting when we need expertise we may not have on staff. Let’s explore how small businesses can benefit significantly from outsourcing their accounting functions, focusing on why the beginning of 2024 is an opportune time to start this journey.

Mileage reimbursement: Everything you need to know for 2024

Mileage reimbursement: Everything you need to know for 2024

Understanding mileage reimbursement is crucial for employees who use their personal vehicles for business and employers who need to reimburse them fairly and efficiently. It's a balancing act: employees need to know they will be adequately compensated for the additional wear and tear on their cars, while employers need to ensure they're following the mileage reimbursement rules and keeping costs under control. 

Expert Financial Planning Tips and Tricks for Teacher

Expert Financial Planning Tips and Tricks for Teacher

We’ve rounded up 12 tips to help teachers manage their money, expand their wealth, and take advantage of well-deserved discounts. Learn more!

41 credit card statistics for 2024

41 credit card statistics for 2024

Credit cards are deeply ingrained in our financial lives, and there's a mountain of data behind every swipe (or tap). In this post, we’ll take a look at how plastic powers the world with some fun credit card statistics about individuals and small businesses alike. Let’s dive in!

Strategies to prevent expense fraud

Strategies to prevent expense fraud

Safeguarding the financial integrity of your organization is a top concern, and in that concern lies the important task of preventing expense reimbursement fraud. Take a look at a few simple strategies your organization can adopt to stay diligent. 

How to hire employees for small businesses

How to hire employees for small businesses

Hiring employees is an essential step to take your business to the next level, but it can often be a tricky path to navigate. We’ll walk you through 11 things to add to your checklist for hiring employees so you can expand your business without breaking a sweat.

Credit card reconciliation: your business’s complete guide

Credit card reconciliation: your business’s complete guide

Corporate cards are indispensable when running a business — but so is keeping tabs on those business expenses. That's where credit card reconciliation comes in. Reconciling credit cards isn’t just about balancing numbers; it’s about unlocking insights into your spending and keeping your financials spotless.

Whether you're a small business owner or managing a finance team, our handy guide demystifies credit card reconciliation. We’ll ensure you're well-equipped to tackle this task with confidence and ease.

12 strategies for future-proofing your business

12 strategies for future-proofing your business

No one can predict the future, but there are ways to prepare for it. While we don’t have a crystal ball for you to peer into, we do know a thing or two about future-proofing — a proactive approach to doing business that empowers you to adopt adaptable strategies, resilient practices, and innovative mindsets that help your company thrive, no matter what tomorrow brings. In this article, we're rolling out 12 smart strategies to help you future-proof your business and set yourself up for long-term success.

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