Jacob Becker, CPA, Adv

Jacob Becker, CPA, Adv

Head of Ecosystem Education at Finaloop

Jacob, a licensed attorney and CPA, spent 8+ years practicing law and accounting at big-law and big4, and worked as a CFO and lead investor for other startups before joining Finaloop in 2024. Jacob holds an LLB in law and accounting (Magna Cum Laude).

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Ecommerce Accounting: Streamline Your Fashion Brand Finance

Ecommerce Accounting: Streamline Your Fashion Brand Finance

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Master Faire Seller Accounting for 2025: A Complete Guide

Master Faire Seller Accounting for 2025: A Complete Guide

This guide covers everything from tracking sales and shipping to managing taxes and fees. We’ll explore the best software to optimize your Faire bookkeeping and provide actionable tips to keep your business on track.
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Poshmark Accounting: Best Seller Accounting Software

Poshmark Accounting: Best Seller Accounting Software

A deep-dive into Poshmark seller accounting—tracking income, managing 1099-Ks, inventory, taxes, and choosing the best Poshmark accounting software with Finaloop
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Accounting
Amazon Business Broker Guide & How to Buy Amazon Businesses

Amazon Business Broker Guide & How to Buy Amazon Businesses

Discover how an Amazon business broker can maximize your Amazon business value and guide your exit strategy, and learn expert strategies to buy Amazon FBA businesses with confidence
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Amazon FBA Reimbursement Services: 2025 Seller Guide

Amazon FBA Reimbursement Services: 2025 Seller Guide

Amazon’s March 2025 shift to cost-based reimbursements slashed payouts for lost or damaged FBA inventory. Sellers now face 75%+ cuts in recovery unless they adapt.
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The Complete 2025 1099 Guide for Contractors and Vendors

The Complete 2025 1099 Guide for Contractors and Vendors

Learn everything you need to know about 1099 forms in this complete guide. Discover what you need to issue a 1099, whether limited liability companies receive 1099s, how to handle 1099 vendors, key filing deadlines, penalties, and what the Amazon 1099-K form means for online sellers.
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Ecommerce Shipping Cost Accounting in 2025: Complete Guide

Ecommerce Shipping Cost Accounting in 2025: Complete Guide

Shipping is one of the biggest costs in ecommerce—but most brands are accounting for it wrong. In this comprehensive 2025 guide, we break down how to properly treat freight-in, freight-out, and customer-paid shipping.
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Amazon Sellers Funding: Best Loan and Financing Options

Amazon Sellers Funding: Best Loan and Financing Options

In this guide, we break down how Amazon seller loans really work, the pros and cons of each option, and why clean, lender-ready books are the shortcut to faster approvals and better terms in 2025.
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Best Accounting Software for Resellers and Dropshippers

Best Accounting Software for Resellers and Dropshippers

Resellers and dropshippers deal with complex accounting—multi-platform sales, COGS tracking, and tax compliance. This guide shows what the right software can do to simplify the process and keep finances accurate.
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Best eBay Inventory Management Software – Tools & Tips

Best eBay Inventory Management Software – Tools & Tips

Discover the top eBay inventory management software for 2025, including tools that sync listings, prevent stockouts, and track profitability.
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PayPal Accounting Software and Bookkeeping Guide for 2025

PayPal Accounting Software and Bookkeeping Guide for 2025

Discover the best PayPal accounting and bookkeeping software for 2025. Learn how to automate PayPal reconciliation, connect with Netsuite, and simplify reporting.
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BigCommerce Accounting & Bookkeeping Guide 2025

BigCommerce Accounting & Bookkeeping Guide 2025

Master BigCommerce accounting and bookkeeping with our complete 2025 guide. Learn how to automate financial tracking, stay tax compliant, and grow with confidence.
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WooCommerce Bookkeeping and Accounting Guide for 2025

WooCommerce Bookkeeping and Accounting Guide for 2025

Master WooCommerce bookkeeping and accounting with our complete guide. Learn tools, integrations, and best practices to save time and boost profits.
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Mastering Ecommerce Venture Capital: Key Strategies for 2025

Mastering Ecommerce Venture Capital: Key Strategies for 2025

Explore the evolving ecommerce venture capital landscape in 2025. Learn what makes businesses attractive to VCs, from financial infrastructure to strategic category selection.
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Fixing the Amazon and QuickBooks Integration in 2025

Fixing the Amazon and QuickBooks Integration in 2025

Tired of struggling with QuickBooks Amazon integration? Discover why more sellers are skipping patchwork solutions and switching to purpose-built platforms like Finaloop.
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Ultimate Guide to Ecommerce 3rd Party Fulfillment in 2025

Ultimate Guide to Ecommerce 3rd Party Fulfillment in 2025

Discover how the wrong fulfillment setup is silently destroying your profits—and which 3PL strategies are creating six-figure bottom-line improvements for savvy ecommerce brands in 2025
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Etsy Seller’s 2025 Guide to Profits and Accounting

Etsy Seller’s 2025 Guide to Profits and Accounting

Master Etsy accounting and bookkeeping with our complete 2025 guide. Learn essential practices, compare top accounting software, and discover expert tips to track profits, manage taxes, and scale your creative business successfully.
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Amazon Seller Sales Tax Guide 2025: Does Amazon Collect Tax for Sellers?

Amazon Seller Sales Tax Guide 2025: Does Amazon Collect Tax for Sellers?

Learn the basics of Amazon sales tax that you need to operate a successful Amazon brand
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eBay Accounting & Bookkeeping Guide for Sellers (2025)

eBay Accounting & Bookkeeping Guide for Sellers (2025)

Learn proper bookkeeping practices, tax compliance, fee management, and software selection to build a profitable, scalable eBay business while avoiding costly financial mistakes.
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How to find an Amazon accountant in 2025

How to find an Amazon accountant in 2025

Why Amazon Sellers Need Specialized Accounting Expertise
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Guide to the Best Sales Tax Software for Ecommerce in 2025

Guide to the Best Sales Tax Software for Ecommerce in 2025

Compare the top 5 sales tax software for ecommerce in 2025. Find the right solution to automate compliance, reduce penalties, and streamline tax management.
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Shopify Accounting & Bookkeeping: A Complete Guide for 2025

Shopify Accounting & Bookkeeping: A Complete Guide for 2025

By implementing best practices and leveraging the right tools, you can simplify bookkeeping for Shopify and gain better control over your business’s financial health
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Accounting
Ecommerce Inventory Management Software Guide 2025

Ecommerce Inventory Management Software Guide 2025

Get answers to three crucial questions on the best ecommerce inventory management software, along with formulas and how-to guidance.
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Ecommerce Profit Calculator: How to Set Your Product Margin & Selling Price

Ecommerce Profit Calculator: How to Set Your Product Margin & Selling Price

Determine the best price to maximize profits and acquire customers with our free ecommerce profit margin calculator.
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Bookkeeping for Amazon Sellers & Accounting Software

Bookkeeping for Amazon Sellers & Accounting Software

Amid all its complexity, bookkeeping for Amazon sellers comes down to three major areas of success — the right software, tax processes, and more profit.
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Ecommerce Accountant: Why Your Business Needs One

Ecommerce Accountant: Why Your Business Needs One

Whether you’re struggling with financial headaches or simply looking to optimize your operations, working with an ecommerce accountant can transform your business
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Walmart Seller Accounting: Complete Guide to Fees, Taxes & Bookkeeping

Walmart Seller Accounting: Complete Guide to Fees, Taxes & Bookkeeping

Master Walmart Marketplace Accounting: From Setup to Automation
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Ecommerce Tax Strategies: QSBS, 83(b), Accountable Plans

Ecommerce Tax Strategies: QSBS, 83(b), Accountable Plans

Essential Tax Structures, QSBS Benefits, 83(b) Elections & Accountable Plans Every Founder Must Master
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Tariffs on China Drop to 30% - A 90-Day Window for DTC Brands

Tariffs on China Drop to 30% - A 90-Day Window for DTC Brands

After punishing 145% tariffs, the U.S. has cut rates on Chinese goods to 30% for 90 days—opening a critical window for DTC brands to restock, reprice, and rethink their supply chains.
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Does Shopify integrate with Quickbooks? Solutions for 2025

Does Shopify integrate with Quickbooks? Solutions for 2025

Looking for a Shopify Quickbooks integration to get your bookkeeping accurate? Read this first to create a process that actually works.
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Ecommerce Sales Tax Guide: Nexus, Marketplace Laws, Compliance

Ecommerce Sales Tax Guide: Nexus, Marketplace Laws, Compliance

Navigate the complex world of online sales tax with confidence—from understanding nexus thresholds to implementing automation solutions that scale with your business
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Surviving China Tariffs: A Strategic Ecommerce Guide

Surviving China Tariffs: A Strategic Ecommerce Guide

Strategic Solutions for Ecommerce Businesses Facing Unprecedented China Tariffs in 2025
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Ecommerce ERP: The Ultimate Guide to Scaling Your Business in 2025

Ecommerce ERP: The Ultimate Guide to Scaling Your Business in 2025

Implementing an ERP system is a game-changer for ecommerce businesses looking to streamline operations, enhance inventory management, and automate key workflows
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Best Shopify Accounting Software in 2025

Best Shopify Accounting Software in 2025

Find the best Shopify accounting software to automate bookkeeping, manage expenses, and ensure tax compliance with seamless integrations.
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Small Business Bookkeeping: A Beginner's Guide for 2025

Small Business Bookkeeping: A Beginner's Guide for 2025

Effective bookkeeping is essential for the financial health and long-term success of any small business. In this guide, we’ll cover everything you need to know about small business bookkeeping to help you build a strong financial foundation
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Best Ecommerce Inventory Management Software for 2025

Best Ecommerce Inventory Management Software for 2025

Selecting the right inventory management software is a critical decision that can significantly impact your ecommerce business's operational efficiency and profitability
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Wholesale vs Retail: Key Differences Explained for Ecommerce (2025)

Wholesale vs Retail: Key Differences Explained for Ecommerce (2025)

Wholesale and retail represent two distinct approaches to bringing products to market, each with its own advantages, challenges, and operational requirements
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Accounting
How to Find the Right Shopify Accountant

How to Find the Right Shopify Accountant

Discover the best Shopify accountants for your business. Learn how to choose the right Shopify accountant to manage your store’s finances effectively.
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Accounting
Top Line vs Bottom Line: Essential Growth Metrics for Ecommerce

Top Line vs Bottom Line: Essential Growth Metrics for Ecommerce

Top line vs bottom line: What's important for your ecommerce brand?
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Shopify ERP Integration: Here’s How It Works (2025)

Shopify ERP Integration: Here’s How It Works (2025)

Integrating an ERP system with your Shopify store creates a unified ecosystem that automates crucial business processes, eliminates manual errors, and provides real-time visibility into all aspects of your operations
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The Ecommerce Cash Flow Survival Guide: Three Mistakes to Avoid

The Ecommerce Cash Flow Survival Guide: Three Mistakes to Avoid

Poor bookkeeping, adding fixed costs too fast, and overstocking: cash flow blunders that keep DTC founders up at night
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TikTok Bookkeeping & Accounting: Best Practices for Sellers

TikTok Bookkeeping & Accounting: Best Practices for Sellers

Despite initial concerns over the platform's legal troubles in the U.S., there's growing optimism it will weather the storm. While there are many benefits to selling on TikTok Shop, it also presents some financial challenges
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Best Ecommerce Accounting Software to Boost Growth in 2025

Best Ecommerce Accounting Software to Boost Growth in 2025

The complexity of online selling demands a specialized financial management solution. The right software can transform accounting from a tedious administrative task into a strategic tool for growth
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Ecommerce Brands After De Minimis: Navigating the 4-Day Gap

Ecommerce Brands After De Minimis: Navigating the 4-Day Gap

The suspension of the de minimis exemption marks a possible shift in U.S. trade policy. DTC brands reliant on parcel shipping from China face a challenging transition as they grapple with financial uncertainty
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Why Ecommerce Brands Need a Smart Debt Strategy in 2025

Why Ecommerce Brands Need a Smart Debt Strategy in 2025

Stop Fearing Debt, Start Using It To Grow
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Accounting
Expert Supply Chain Strategies for DTC Brands Amid Political Change

Expert Supply Chain Strategies for DTC Brands Amid Political Change

From the Finaloop Insider's Club: Leading DTC financial experts share strategic insights on protecting supply chains and business growth amid potential policy shifts
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Profit Predators: How Tariffs Can Derail Your eCommerce Growth Strategy

Profit Predators: How Tariffs Can Derail Your eCommerce Growth Strategy

Surviving the Tariff Tsunami: Strategies for eCommerce Survival
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ICYMI: Fresh Takes on DTC, Advertising, and Market Trends

ICYMI: Fresh Takes on DTC, Advertising, and Market Trends

DTC founders are drowning in content these days. From ad platform shifts to regulatory drama to funding insights - here's your curated dose of actually useful industry knowledge.
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Why the Cash Conversion Cycle is Inaccurate (And Why it Doesn't Matter)

Why the Cash Conversion Cycle is Inaccurate (And Why it Doesn't Matter)

For e-commerce businesses, understanding the Cash Conversion Cycle is crucial. But there's a surprising quirk in how it is calculated. Read on to catch the catch
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DTC Financial Integration: Solving Fragmented System Challenges

DTC Financial Integration: Solving Fragmented System Challenges

The hidden growth killer: how fragmented financial systems are costing DTC brands time, money, and opportunities—and how to fix it
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Understanding the True Cost of Merchant Cash Advances

Understanding the True Cost of Merchant Cash Advances

‍As online sellers seek quick capital, merchant cash advances offer speed—but at what cost? Read to learn more about the economics and tax implications of quick-access ecommerce funding
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Bench Acquisition: What Employer.com’s Deal Means for DTC Brands

Bench Acquisition: What Employer.com’s Deal Means for DTC Brands

As Bench Accounting is acquired by employer.com, ecommerce businesses face urgent decisions about their financial future. Analysis of the acquisition's impact and what it means for your business.
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Bench Is Closing: What Ecommerce Sellers Must Do Next for Tax Season

Bench Is Closing: What Ecommerce Sellers Must Do Next for Tax Season

Feel tax-anxiety after being left out to dry by Bench.co's sudden closure? Navigate tax filing deadlines, Form 7004 extensions, and business record transitions - essential steps for eCommerce business owners
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Tax
Bench Shutdown: How it Impacts Ecommerce Businesses

Bench Shutdown: How it Impacts Ecommerce Businesses

As Bench Accounting announces its shutdown, ecommerce and Shopify sellers face urgent decisions about financial data preservation, tax compliance, and business continuity. Here's what you need to know and do immediately.
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Finaloop: The Premier Bench Alternative for Ecommerce Brands

Finaloop: The Premier Bench Alternative for Ecommerce Brands

As Bench.co shuts down, discover why ecommerce brands are switching to Finaloop. Get accurate financials, automated reconciliation, and seamless migration from Bench.
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Bench Accounting Shutdown: What Shopify & DTC Brands Should Do Now

Bench Accounting Shutdown: What Shopify & DTC Brands Should Do Now

Bench Accounting's shocking closure announcement left countless Shopify and DTC brands searching for alternatives just days before year-end. Here's what eCommerce businesses need to know
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Misreading Your LTV:CAC Ratio Could Hurt Profits

Misreading Your LTV:CAC Ratio Could Hurt Profits

How ignoring gross margins in customer metrics could be costing your eCommerce business money – and what to do about it.
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What is Real-Time Accounting and How It Transforms Ecommerce

What is Real-Time Accounting and How It Transforms Ecommerce

Discover real-time accounting for ecommerce: a modern approach that provides instant financial insights, enhances decision-making, and streamlines your brand's operations.
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Top DTC Content Digest: Curated Resources for Busy E-commerce Founders

Top DTC Content Digest: Curated Resources for Busy E-commerce Founders

DTC sellers are super busy. The amount of content for DTC sellers is crazy. The only logical thing to do is help you all filter through the noise.
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Lessons DTC Brand Owners Can Learn from Severn Trent’s Tax Drama

Lessons DTC Brand Owners Can Learn from Severn Trent’s Tax Drama

Unpacking the £1.68B financial maneuvers of Severn Trent Water to uncover practical lessons on dividends, profit shifting, and tax efficiency for DTC brand owners.
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Streamline Ecommerce Ops to Boost Profitability

Streamline Ecommerce Ops to Boost Profitability

At its core, ecommerce operations focus on creating a seamless shopping experience while maintaining profitability
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Social Commerce Strategy: TikTok's Impact on DTC Financial Models

Social Commerce Strategy: TikTok's Impact on DTC Financial Models

As social commerce continues to evolve, brand operators must be prepared to navigate the financial complexities that come with selling on dynamic platforms like TikTok Shop
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Data-Driven DTC Success: Mastering Ecommerce Demand Forecasting

Data-Driven DTC Success: Mastering Ecommerce Demand Forecasting

Learn how to go about predicting and optimizing your ecommerce and DTC business through data-driven forecasting
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How De-Dollarization and Tariffs Threaten DTC Brand Finances

How De-Dollarization and Tariffs Threaten DTC Brand Finances

Currency shifts and trade policies are coming for DTC brands. Here's how they can reshape your operations - and what you can do about it
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DTC Founder Content Digest: Essential Reads You Might Have Missed

DTC Founder Content Digest: Essential Reads You Might Have Missed

DTC sellers are super busy. The amount of content for DTC sellers is crazy. The only logical thing to do is help you all filter through the noise
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The Returns Epidemic: How Shoppers Impact Ecommerce Profitability

The Returns Epidemic: How Shoppers Impact Ecommerce Profitability

Serial returners underscore just how crucial it is for DTC brands to stay on top of their key financial metrics at all times
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What DTC Founders Can Learn from Macy’s Accounting Scandal

What DTC Founders Can Learn from Macy’s Accounting Scandal

Think Macy's $150M accounting scandal is just big retail drama? These hidden lessons are crucial for every DTC founder's financial playbook
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Using Financial Data to Meet Rising Ecommerce Customer Expectations

Using Financial Data to Meet Rising Ecommerce Customer Expectations

A recent survey on consumer sentiment highlights the importance of timely delivery and sustainable shopping in ecommerce. Brands that leverage specialized accounting systems will be better equipped to fulfill these demands
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What Walmart’s Shopper Insights Teach About Ecommerce Financial Data

What Walmart’s Shopper Insights Teach About Ecommerce Financial Data

Just as Walmart's suite of data tools helps DTC brands understand what customers want, specialized accounting software provides online sellers with the information they need to make profit-maximizing decisions
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Trump 2.0: How New Policies May Impact Your Business Finances

Trump 2.0: How New Policies May Impact Your Business Finances

Exploring Potential Policy Shifts in Trade, Taxes, and Costs That Could Reshape Your Business Finances
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What De Minimis Reform Means for Your Ecommerce Brand

What De Minimis Reform Means for Your Ecommerce Brand

A new plan to cut off parcel shipping from China means American DTC brands face significant challenges involving inventory management, import duties, tracking landed cost per unit, and calculating COGS
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CFO Insights: Financial Strategies for BFCM DTC Success

CFO Insights: Financial Strategies for BFCM DTC Success

How can DTC founder turn Black Friday Cyber Monday from a potential financial pitfall into a profitable online success?
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